6-amino-penicillanic acid (6-APA)

Characteristics:
A crystalline powder manufactured by an enzymatic process starting from penicillin G potassium.

Application:
The product is used as an intermediate for the manufacture of semi-synthetic penicillins.  

Therapeutical category:
Not applicable.

Pharmacopoeia Quality:
Not applicable.

Regulatory Information:
USA: FDA.

Packaging & Shipping:
One polyethylene bag in a carton box
l x w x h = 38 x 38 x 48 cm
pallet loaded size l x w x h = 80 x 120 x 115 cm
12 boxes (2 layers of 6).

Appearance:
White to off-white crystalline powder.

Content (HPLC):
"as is":
98.0 - 100.6%.

Absorbance at 425 nm: (3.3% w/v solution in 2% sodium bicarbonate solution, after filtration)  
<0.020.

Loss on drying:
≤ 0.3 %

Shelf-life:
Not applicable.

Storage conditions:  
Store dry and avoid direct sunlight.