Description

Difloxacin CAS NO 98106-17-3 is a synthetic fluoroquinolone antibiotic belonging to the third generation of this important pharmaceutical class. It is valued for its broad-spectrum antibacterial activity, particularly against Gram-negative and some Gram-positive pathogens. This compound is primarily utilized in the pharmaceutical industry for research and development, serving as a key intermediate or active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in veterinary and, in some contexts, human medicinal applications.

Application

• Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) in veterinary antibacterial formulations.
• Key chemical intermediate in the synthesis of advanced fluoroquinolone antibiotics.
• Research and development of new antimicrobial agents in pharmaceutical laboratories.
• Reference standard for quality control and analytical testing in regulatory and manufacturing settings.
• Component in microbiological studies for evaluating bacterial resistance mechanisms.

Basic Information

Product Name	Difloxacin
CAS No.	98106-17-3
Molecular Formula	C21H19F2N3O3
Molecular Weight	399.39 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Fluoro-1-(4-fluorophenyl)-1,4-dihydro-7-(4-methyl-1-piperazinyl)-4-oxo-3-quinolinecarboxylic acid; ABBOTT-56620; Abbott 56620; Difloxacine; Difloxacinum; Dicural; Vetequinon; ICI 99000
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Quality Control

Our Difloxacin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical research and development. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to minimize exposure to moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 1.5%
Single Maximum Impurity	≤ 0.5%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.