Rifampicin CAS#13292-46-1
Rifampicin CAS#13292-46-1
Rifampicin (alternatively translated as rifamycin, mepiramycin, Weifuxian, Sandaolun, Lifuping, or Limidin; INN: Rifampicin) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic classified under the rifamycin class. It exerts potent antibacterial activity against Mycobacterium tuberculosis (as noted in Chemicalbook) and also demonstrates efficacy against Gram-positive bacteria, Gram-negative bacteria, viruses, and other pathogens. The compound appears as a red or dark red crystalline powder, with poor solubility in water. It is typically formulated as oral capsules or tablets for clinical use. When administered in combination with other anti-tuberculosis agents, it produces a synergistic effect and slows the development of drug-resistant strains.
Rifampicin Chemical Parameters
Melting point | 183°C (dec.) |
Boiling point | 761.02°C (rough estimate) |
density | 1.1782 (rough estimate) |
refractive index | 1.6000 (estimate) |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
solubility | chloroform: soluble50mg/mL, clear |
pka | 1.7, 7.9(at 25℃) |
form | crystalline |
color | faint red to very dark red |
Water Solubility | Soluble in DMSO or methanolSoluble in water, ethyl acetate, chloroform, methanol, tetrahydrofuran and dimethyl sulfoxide. |
Merck | 148216 |
BRN | 5723476 |
Specific Activity | Antibacterial |
BCS Class | 2 |
Stability: | Hygroscopic, Light Sensitive |
IARC | 3 (Vol. 24, Sup 7) 1987 |
EPA Substance Registry System | Rifampin (13292-46-1) |
Safety Information | |
Hazard Codes | Xn,Xi |
Risk Statements | 22-36/37/38-36/38 |
Safety Statements | 26-36-37/39 |
WGK Germany | 3 |
RTECS | VJ7000000 |
F | 39742 |
HS Code | 29419000 |
Hazardous Substances Data | 13292-46-1(Hazardous Substances Data) |
Toxicity | LD50 in mice, rats (mg/kg): 885, 1720 orally; 260, 330 i.v.; 640, 550 i.p. (Fürész) |
Rifampicin CAS#13292-46-1 Application
This agent belongs to the class of broad - spectrum antibiotics. It exerts either antibacterial or bactericidal activities against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Gram - positive bacteria, and a subset of Gram - negative bacteria. Primarily, it is indicated for the treatment of infections caused by drug - resistant Mycobacterium tuberculosis strains and drug - resistant Staphylococcus aureus. Additionally, it demonstrates a certain degree of efficacy in addressing leprosy.Notably, this broad - spectrum antibiotic possesses the ability to penetrate into cells. As documented in Chemicalbook, it is classified as a full - spectrum bactericidal agent, characterized by potent bactericidal capacity. It exhibits strong bactericidal effects on mycobacteria, as well as both Gram - positive and Gram - negative bacteria. Functioning as a pharmaceutical intermediate, it offers broad - spectrum antibacterial properties and displays favorable antibacterial activity against Gram - positive cocci and Mycobacterium tuberculosis. In terms of its antibacterial spectrum, it is comparable to that of rifampicin.
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