Clindamycin
Synonyms
L-threo-alpha-D-galacto-Octopyranoside, methyl 7-chloro-6,7,8-trideoxy-6-(((1-methyl-4-propyl-2-pyrrolidinyl)carbonyl)amino)-1-thio-, (2S-trans)-;
Category
Non-ionic surfactant
> Sugar-type
>> Glycoside
Chemical Numbering System
CAS: 18323-44-9
EINECS: 242-209-1
Molecular Formula & Molecular Weight
Molecular Formula: C18H33ClN2O5S; C18H33Cl1N2O5S
Molecular Weight: 424.98
Structure
Properties
Appearance (1), solid.
Solubility slightly soluble in water.
Stability stable.
Risk Solid form: flammable material; irritation, irritation to skin, eye, respiratory system. Harmful products of combustion are CO, CO2 and so on. Contact with strong oxidants, can cause to burn.
GHS label: 
Animal Toxicity
Table 1 Animal toxicity values
|
hamster oral LDLo |
1mg/kg[1] |
|
rabbit oral LDLo |
1mg/kg[1] |
|
rat subcutaneous LD50 |
2618mg/kg[1] |
Ecology may be hazardous to environment. Water body should be given special attention.
Biodegradability biodegradable.
Characteristics excellent antimicrobial, antibacterial abilities.
Synthesis
Quality Standards & Test Methods
1, Physical and chemical indexes
|
Item |
Physical and chemical indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Actives, %, ≥ |
95.0 |
Test Methods
(1), Actives
GB/T 13173 Surface active agents -- Detergents -- Testing methods
2, Hazardous substances indexes
|
Item |
Hazardous substances indexes |
|
Solid |
|
|
Heavy metals (as Pb), mg/kg, ≤ |
20 |
|
As, mg/kg, ≤ |
3 |
Test Methods
(1), Heavy metals (as Pb)
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30799 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of heavy metals
(2), As
Safety and Technical Standards for Cosmetics (2015 Edition)
GB/T 30797 The test method of food detergents -- Determination of total arsenic
3, Further explanation
(a), On physical and chemical indexes: firstly, shall be indicated carbon atom distribution; secondly, shall be indicated average molecular weight.
Major Uses
1, Typical applications
Use as antimicrobial agent, antibacterial agent.
Manufacturers
References
[1]: ChemIDplus. 18323-44-9, Clindamycin
Update: 20191014(1)