Erythromycin

CAS number: 114-07-8

Molecular formula: C37H67NO13

molecular weight: 733.9268

Chemical structure:

Product
Erythromycin Base
Shelf Life
3 years
Test ItemsSpecificationResults
CharacteristicsWhite,crystalline powderWhite,crystalline powder
IdentificationTo complyComplies
TESTS
Specific optical rotation-71°78°-74°
Related substances
To complyComplies
Any impurity<3.0%2.7%
Total impurity<7.0%5.9%
Thiocyanate<0.3%Complies
Water<6.5%w/w4.3%w/w
Sulphated ash<0.2%w/wComplies
ASSAY (anhydrous substance)93.0%~102.0%98.2%
Erythromycin B<5.0%2.8%
Ervthromvcin C<5.0%3.3%
Conclusion: Product complies with EP6.0.