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Penicillin V

Also known as Phenoxymethylpenicillin, Oracillin, Vebecillin

CAS 87-08-1Formula C16H18N2O5SMolar mass 350.40 g/molEC 201-722-0
GHS signal word: Danger. Pictograms: Serious health hazard 46 suppliers listed Drug substance
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Penicillin V chemical structure, C16H18N2O5S, CAS 87-08-1
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
Appearance
White, crystalline powder
Melting point
120 to 127.8
Solubility
In water at pH 1.8 (acidified with hydrochloric acid)= 24 mg/100 ml, soluble in polar or…
HS code
294110
Category
Antibiotics and anti-infectives
Illustrative photo, off-white powder in an open kraft paper sack in a chemical plant
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What is Penicillin V?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Phenoxymethylpenicillin is a penicillin compound having a 6beta-(phenoxyacetyl)amino side-chain. It is a penicillin and a penicillin allergen. It is a conjugate acid of a phenoxymethylpenicillin(1-).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2S,5R,6R)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(2-phenoxyacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylic acid
CAS number
87-08-1 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
201-722-0
Molecular formula
C16H18N2O5S
UNII
Z61I075U2W
InChIKey
BPLBGHOLXOTWMN-MBNYWOFBSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C16H18N2O5S/c1-16(2)12(15(21)22)18-13(20)11(14(18)24-16)17-10(19)8-23-9-6-4-3-5-7-9/h3-7,11-12,14H,8H2,1-2H3,(H,17,19)(H,21,22)/t11-,12+,14-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
CC1(C)SC2C(NC(=O)COc3ccccc3)C(=O)N2C1C(=O)O
Isomeric SMILES
CC1([C@@H](N2[C@H](S1)[C@@H](C2=O)NC(=O)COC3=CC=CC=C3)C(=O)O)C

Synonyms

  • Phenoxymethylpenicillin
  • Oracillin
  • Vebecillin
  • Penicillin phenoxymethyl
  • Phenopenicillin
  • Distaquaine V
  • Meropenin
  • Phenomycilline
  • V-Cillin
  • Fenospen
  • Beromycin
  • Fenacilin
  • Stabicillin
  • Apopen
  • Oratren
  • Ospen
  • Eskacillin V
  • Phenoxymethyl penicillin
  • Pen-V
  • Pen-vee
  • Pen-Oral
  • Phenocillin
  • Phenoxymethylenepenicillinic acid
  • phenoxymethylpenicillinic acid
  • Rocilin
Show all 39 synonyms
  • Compocillin V
  • Eskacillian V
  • Fenoximetilpenicilina
  • Crystapen V
  • V-Cil
  • V-Tablopen
  • Acipen V
  • V-Cylina
  • V-Cyline
  • Phenoxymethylpenicilline
  • Phenoxymethylpenicillinum
  • P-Mega-Tablinen
  • 6-Phenoxyacetamidopenicillanic acid
  • Fenossimetilpenicillina

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
White, crystalline powderexp.
Odour
Odorlessexp.
Melting point
120 to 127.8exp.
Solubility
In water at pH 1.8 (acidified with hydrochloric acid)= 24 mg/100 ml, soluble in polar organic solvents, practically insol in vegetable oils and in liquid petrolatum.exp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
350.40 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
350.0936 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.7calc.
Topological polar surface area
95.94 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
2calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
5calc.
Rotatable bonds
5calc.
Heavy atoms
24calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
1calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.44calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
3calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, O=C(COc1ccccc1)NC1C(=O)N2CCSC12

O=C(COc1ccccc1)NC1C(=O)N2CCSC12

3 rings, 19 atoms.

45 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

GHS signal word
Danger
GHS08: Serious health hazard
Serious health hazard

Hazard statements

  • H317May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
Precautionary statements (15)
  • P233Keep container tightly closed.
  • P260Do not breathe dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P261Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapours or spray.
  • P271Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P272Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
  • P280Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection.
  • P284In case of inadequate ventilation wear respiratory protection.
  • P302 + P352If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
  • P304 + P340If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
  • P321Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on the label).
  • P333 + P317If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
  • P342 + P316If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get emergency medical help immediately.
  • P362 + P364Take off contaminated clothing. And wash it before reuse.
  • P403Store in a well-ventilated place.
  • P501Dispose of contents and container in accordance with local regulations.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Used to prepare 6-APA on a large scale by selective enzymatic hydrolysis.

Veterinary medication:.

Pharmacological actions

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents

Roles

  • antibacterial agent
  • antiinfective agent
  • antimicrobial agent
  • cardiovascular drug
  • pharmaceutical

Functional uses

  • Pharmaceutical

Pharmacology

Penicillin v is a Penicillin-class Antibacterial.

How it is made

Natural penicillins are produced by fermentation of mutant strains of Penicillium chrysogenum. ... Penicillin ... V (is) produced by adding ... phenoxyacetic acid ... to the culture media.

Obtained by adding 2-phenoxyethanol to the Penicillium culture using yeast autolyzate as source of nitrogen.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Penicillin V is traded under.

HS 2941.10Indicative HS code

Penicillins and their derivatives with a penicillanic acid structure, salts thereof

World exports in 2024
$1.66B
−2.5% vs 2023, imports $1.63B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China56.8%
  2. Spain13.1%
  3. India * partner reported7.7%
Top importers
  1. India * partner reported16.4%
  2. Austria9.3%
  3. Brazil5.4%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

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The HS code shown for Penicillin V is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Penicillin V, based on the data on this page

What is Penicillin V?

Phenoxymethylpenicillin is a penicillin compound having a 6beta-(phenoxyacetyl)amino side-chain. It is a penicillin and a penicillin allergen. It is a conjugate acid of a phenoxymethylpenicillin(1-).

What is the CAS number of Penicillin V?

The CAS registry number of Penicillin V is 87-08-1.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Penicillin V?

The molecular formula of Penicillin V is C16H18N2O5S and its molar mass is 350.40 g/mol.

What is Penicillin V used for?

Used to prepare 6-APA on a large scale by selective enzymatic hydrolysis. Veterinary medication:.

Is Penicillin V hazardous?

Penicillin V carries the GHS signal word "Danger". Main hazards: may cause an allergic skin reaction, may cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. This summary is not an SDS, always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Penicillin V?

Penicillin V is usually classified under HS code 294110 (Penicillins and their derivatives with a penicillanic acid structure, salts thereof). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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