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Ibuprofen, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

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Ibuprofen, 2-4-isobutylphenyl propanoic acid, CAS # 15687-27-1, is a laboratory form of the over-the-counter nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory (NSAID) drug.

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

General description

  • Ibuprofen (2-4-isobutylphenyl propanoic acid) is a common NSAID that reduces pyrogen release and inflammation
  • Ibuprofen is a racemic mixture that consists of an R-enantiomer and S-enantiomer; the S-enantiomer is proposed to be the stronger acting agent
  • It is a propionic acid derivative, a short-chain saturated fatty acid bound to ethane
  • Ibuprofen inhibits cyclooxygenases and reduces prostaglandin formation, inhibiting fever and pain

Applications

  • Ibuprofen reduces both local and systemic inflammation; suitable for use in vitro or in vivo to study specific or broad mechanisms
  • Intended for sensitive biochemical applications such as HPLC

Chemical Identifiers

CAS

15687-27-1

Molecular Formula

C13H18O2

Molecular Weight (g/mol)

206.29

MDL Number

MFCD00010393

InChI Key

HEFNNWSXXWATRW-UHFFFAOYNA-N

PubChem CID

3672

ChEBI

CHEBI:5855

IUPAC Name

2-[4-(2-methylpropyl)phenyl]propanoic acid

SMILES

CC(C)CC1=CC=C(C=C1)C(C)C(O)=O

Specifications

Melting Point

75.0°C to 78.0°C

Color

White

Boiling Point

157.0°C (4.0 mmHg)

Infrared Spectrum

Authentic

Assay Percent Range

99%

Packaging

Glass bottle

Linear Formula

(CH3)2CHCH2C6H4CH(CH3)COOH

Quantity

10 g

Merck Index

15,4919

Synonym

ibuprofen, 2-4-isobutylphenyl propanoic acid, motrin, brufen, nurofen, advil, dolgit, liptan, nuprin, anflagen

Solubility Information

Solubility in water: insoluble. Other solubilities: readily soluble in most organic solvents

Formula Weight

206.27

Percent Purity

99%

Physical Form

Crystalline Powder

Chemical Name or Material

Ibuprofen

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Hazard Category

GHS Signal Word: Warning

Hazard Statement

GHS H Statement
Harmful if swallowed.
Causes serious eye irritation.
May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses,if present and easy to do.
Continue rinsing.

EINECSNumber

239-784-6
SDS

RUO – Research Use Only

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