Sulfamethazine is a bacteriostatic sulfonamide antibiotic and is slightly soluble in aqueous solution at 1.5 mg/mL.
CAS Number
57-68-1
Molecular Formula
C12H14N4O2S
Molecular Weight
278.33
Mechanism of Action
Sulfonamides interfere with the folic acid metabolism in bacteria by inhibiting p-aminobenzoic acid, a major component in the folic acid cycle.
Storage Conditions
2-8 °C
Tariff Code
2935.00.3000
Spectrum
Sulfamethazine is a broad spectrum antibiotic targeting primarily bacteria responsible for bronchitis and urinary tract infections.
Form
Powder
Appearance
White or off-white powder
Source
Synthetic
Impurity Profile
Acidity by Nitrite Titration: ≤0.5mL
Selenium: ≤0.003%
Melting Point
197-200°C
Assay
(On Dried Basis): 99.0-100.5%
Loss on Drying
≤ 0.5%
Residue On Ignition
≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals
≤ 0.002%