Dapsone PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Synonym:  DDS, Dapsone
Linear Formula:  C12H12N2O2S
Molecular Weight:  248.30 g/mol
CAS Number: 80-08-0

Properties

Vapour pressure 0.004Pa at 25
Water Solubility <0.1 g/100 mL at 20 ºC
Assay Purity >=98 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.5950
B pt. 511.7 ± 35.0 °C
M pt. 175-177 °C
Density 1.400 g/cm³
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H302,H360F,H371,H373,H411
Precautionary Statement  P202 - P260 - P264 - P273 - P301 + P312 - P308 + P311
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29309099
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 6.1C - Combustible acute toxic Cat.3 / toxic compounds or compounds which causing chronic effects
UN Number 3077

Description

Application
Dapsone is used to treat Leprosy Dermatitis herpetiformis and certain other skin and infectious diseases.

Purpose
The purpose of dapsone therapy is to eliminate susceptible microorganisms and reduce inflammation thereby controlling disease symptoms and progression.

General Description
Dapsone is a sulfone-class medication with antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties.