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Ibuprofen, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Product Code. 15853855
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Description

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
TRUSTED_SUSTAINABILITY

Chemical Identifiers

CAS 15687-27-1
Molecular Formula C13H18O2
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 206.29
MDL Number MFCD00010393
InChI Key HEFNNWSXXWATRW-UHFFFAOYNA-N
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°C to 78°C
Infrared Spectrum Authentic
Assay Percent Range 99%
Packaging Glass bottle
Linear Formula (CH3)2CHCH2C6H4CH(CH3)COOH
Quantity 1 g
Synonym α-Methyl-4-(2-methylpropyl)benzeneacetic acid, p-Isobutylhydratropic acid, 2-(4-Isobutylphenyl)-propionic acid
Formula Weight 206.27
Percent Purity 98.5% min.
Physical Form Crystalline Powder
Chemical Name or Material Ibuprofen
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Safety and Handling

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Product Identifier
  • Ibuprofen
 Signal Word
  • Warning
 Hazard Category
  • Acute toxicity Category 4
  • Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
  • Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
 Hazard Statement
  • H302-Harmful if swallowed.
  • H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
 Precautionary Statement
  • P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
 Supplemental information
  • MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Ibuprofen

RUO – Research Use Only

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