Phenobarbital
Phenobarbital (CAS 50-06-6), a barbiturate antiepileptic API controlled under Schedule IV of the UN 1971 Convention. Supplied by Zyntex exclusively to licensed pharmaceutical and veterinary companies with valid permits.
Description
Phenobarbital Product Overview
Phenobarbital (C12H12N2O3) is a white crystalline powder that is very slightly soluble in water and melts at about 174–178°C. For injections, producers also use its sodium salt.
For example, licensed pharmaceutical companies use it in tablets, oral solutions and injections for epilepsy, and it remains on the WHO Model List of Essential Medicines because it is effective and affordable. Similarly, veterinary producers use it for epilepsy in dogs. It appears in Schedule IV of the UN Convention on Psychotropic Substances of 1971, so every transaction requires valid import and export authorizations.
Zyntex therefore does not sell it to individuals or unlicensed companies. Related APIs in our range also include Methyl phenobarbital, which converts to it in the body, and the non-controlled antiepileptics Levetiracetam and Lamotrigine.
Key Applications of Phenobarbital
Typical uses include, for example:
💊 Tablets
API for licensed antiepileptic tablets.
💉 Injections
Sodium salt for licensed injections.
🐕 Veterinary Products
API for licensed products for dogs.
📋 Regulated Supply
Supply only with valid permits.
Phenobarbital Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Standard Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Phenobarbital |
| CAS Number | 50-06-6 |
| Molecular Formula / Weight | C12H12N2O3 / 232.24 g/mol |
| Assay / Purity | Min. 99.0% (HPLC) |
| Regulatory Status | UN 1971 Convention, Schedule IV (controlled substance) |
| Documents | CoA, SDS and permit documentation |
⚠️ Safety & Handling: Potent psychotropic substance; toxic if swallowed and may damage the unborn child. Handle only in authorized facilities with access control, and also wear gloves, eye protection and respiratory protection. Store locked and in accordance with national regulations for controlled substances. Always consult the Safety Data Sheet (SDS), because it contains the full classification and handling instructions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can it be purchased without a license?
No. Because it is an internationally controlled substance, supply is only possible to companies with valid licenses and authorizations.
Is it used in veterinary medicine?
Yes. It is a standard treatment for epilepsy in dogs, supplied to licensed veterinary producers.
How can licensed companies request a quotation?
Send your request through our contact page together with copies of your valid licenses and the import authorization from your national authority. We cannot process requests without these documents.
