Penicillamine

CAS: 52-67-5

Category: Amino Acids

PurityUSP Grade ≥98%, 250 mg Capsules, ≥99% Enantiomer Grade
Molecular FormulaC5H11NO2S
Molecular Weight149.21
Appearancewhite crystalline powder
Packaging1kg/aluminum foil bag or 5kg/fiber drum.
Testing IndicatorsAppearance — Visual inspection; Specific rotation — Polarimetry; Identification — IR, Thiol test; Purity — HPLC; Heavy metals — ICP-MS; Loss on drying — Gravimetry; Microbial limits — Plating; Disulfide — Iodometric titration; Nitrile impurity — GC.
Storage NotesStore in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area, protected from light and air.
Lead Time days
A chelating agent and antirheumatic used as the active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for treating Wilson's disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and cystinuria.