Pharmaceutical

Expertise in Organic Oxidation

Carus’ permanganate products—CAIROX® potassium permanganate and LIQUOX® sodium permanganate—are integral to the purification and synthesis of essential compounds, including:

• Antibiotics
• Steroids
• Tranquilizers
• Artificial sweeteners (e.g., saccharine)
• Other commercial drugs
• Pesticides

Whether purifying or synthesizing key ingredients, our products help ensure superior results in your pharmaceutical and fine chemical applications.

A Trusted Partner for Third-Party Manufacturing

Carus’ unique combination of technical expertise and manufacturing capabilities enables us to serve as a reliable third-party manufacturing partner. By entrusting your organic oxidation processes to Carus, you can reduce handling requirements, streamline production, and ensure consistent outcomes.

We specialize in:

• Chemistry Expertise: Cis-addition to double bonds or oxidation of aromatic side chains.
• Optimized Yields: Drawing on our deep understanding of permanganate chemistry, we help improve reaction efficiency and maximize yields.
• Tailored Process Conditions: Conducting reactions under neutral to alkaline conditions, with potassium as the sole cation.
• Sustainable Waste Handling: Our ability to recycle manganese co-products reduces waste handling challenges and supports sustainability.