Artemisinin CAS 63968-64-9

Description

Artemisinin Quick Details

Chemical Name: Artemisinin

Cas No.: 63968-64-9

Molecular Fomula: C15H22O5

Molecular Weight: 282.33

Appearance: White To Off-White Needle-Like Crystals

Assay：≥99%

Artemisinin Typical Properties

Items	Specification
Appearance	White To Off-White Needle-Like Crystals
Purity	98%-102%
Loss On Drying	≤0.5%
Residue On Ignition	≤0.1%
Total Impurities	≤ 5.0%
Single Impurities	≤ 3.0%

Product Introduction:

Artemisinin is a naturally occurring sesquiterpene lactone containing an unusual peroxide bridge, isolated from the plant Artemisia annua (sweet wormwood). It typically appears as a white crystalline powder.

Artemisinin and its derivatives (Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies – ACTs) are globally recognized as the most effective and rapidly acting drugs against malaria, particularly against drug-resistant strains of Plasmodium falciparum. Its unique chemical structure is responsible for its potent antimalarial activity.

Main Uses:

1. Antimalarial Drug (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient – API): Artemisinin is primarily used as the active pharmaceutical ingredient for the production of antimalarial drugs. It forms the backbone of Artemisinin-based Combination Therapies (ACTs), which are recommended by the World Health Organization (WHO) as the first-line treatment for uncomplicated P. falciparum malaria.

2. Pharmaceutical Intermediates: While Artemisinin itself is an API, it also serves as a precursor for the synthesis of more potent and stable derivatives like artemether, artesunate, and dihydroartemisinin, which are also used in ACTs.

3. Research and Development: Artemisinin is a subject of extensive scientific research due to its unique mechanism of action and potential therapeutic applications beyond malaria. Researchers are exploring its potential against certain cancers, autoimmune diseases, and other parasitic infections.

4. Traditional Chinese Medicine: As “Qinghaosu,” Artemisinin has a historical context in Traditional Chinese Medicine for treating fevers and malaria, long before its active compound was isolated and characterized by modern science.

5. Veterinary Medicine: Artemisinin and its derivatives are also explored for use in veterinary medicine to treat parasitic infections in animals.

Artemisinin Packaging And Shipping 

25Kg/Drum

Artemisinin Storage

It Should Be Stored In a Clean, Dry And Cool Place, Preventing From Sunlight, Rain.