Docetaxel 99% API Supplier | High-Purity Taxane | Factory Price

 ​How Docetaxel Is Manufactured: From API Raw Materials to GMP-Grade Bulk Production

  1. English Name: Docetaxel

  2. Specification: ≥98% (HPLC); Water-insoluble, oil-dispersible

  3. Appearance: Yellowish-white solid powder

  4. CAS Number: 114977-28-5

  5. Lead Time: 3-7 working days

  6. Package: 25kg/drum, 27 drums per tray

  7. Main Market: Europe, North America, Asia

  8. Application: Docetaxel is a chemotherapy drug used for treating various cancers, including breast, prostate, and lung cancers. It works by inhibiting the cell division process, preventing cancer cells from multiplying and spreading.

  9. Industry Applications:

    • Pharmaceuticals: Essential for manufacturing chemotherapy treatments, particularly in breast, lung, and prostate cancer therapies

    • Contract Manufacturing & OEM: Available in bulk for pharmaceutical manufacturers producing oncology drugs

    • Research & Development: Widely used in cancer research, especially in studies focused on drug efficacy and cancer cell biology

🛡️ GMP Certified 🔬 HPLC Lab Tested 🌍 Global Shipping 📦 MOQ: 1kg / 25kg

1. Product Overview

Docetaxel 99% is a highly purified semi-synthetic taxane API widely used in anti-tumor formulations. Known for its strong microtubule-stabilizing activity, Docetaxel is a key ingredient in oncology products targeting breast cancer, NSCLC, prostate cancer, gastric cancer, head & neck cancers, and more.

At Zhonghong Biotech, we supply pharmaceutical-grade Docetaxel 99% manufactured under GMP-aligned production standards, with complete documentation including COA, MSDS, chromatographic profiles, method validation, and regulatory support files.

Our raw material is sourced from high-quality 10-deacetylbaccatin III (10-DAB), ensuring stable production, reliable batch consistency, and competitive factory-direct pricing for industrial buyers.


2. Botanical Source & Origin

Docetaxel is a semi-synthetic derivative of paclitaxel precursors isolated from:

  • Taxus chinensis,

  • Taxus yunnanensis,

  • Taxus brevifolia,

  • and other Taxus species.

We use 10-DAB (10-Deacetylbaccatin III) extracted from cultivated Taxus needles and branches. The semi-synthetic route ensures sustainability (no bark harvesting) and stable large-scale supply.


3. Key Technical Parameters

Parameter Description
Product Name Docetaxel
Purity ≥ 99% (HPLC)
CAS Number 114977-28-5
Molecular Formula C43H53NO14
Molecular Weight 807.9
Appearance White to off-white crystalline powder
Grade Pharmaceutical / API
Production Method Semi-synthetic from 10-DAB
Solubility Insoluble in water; soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMSO
Standard In-house + reference to USP/EP

4. Benefits & Mechanism of Action

1) Stabilizes Microtubules

Docetaxel enhances tubulin polymerization and prevents depolymerization, arresting cancer cells in the G2/M phase.
Supported by PubMed studies.

2) Broad Antitumor Activity

Indicated in multiple solid tumors, including:

  • Breast cancer

  • Prostate cancer

  • NSCLC

  • Gastric cancer

  • Head & neck cancer

3) Stronger Activity than Paclitaxel

Docetaxel shows:

  • Higher cellular uptake

  • Higher binding affinity to tubulin

  • Prolonged microtubule stabilization

4) Synergy

Used in combination with:

  • Carboplatin

  • Cisplatin

  • Doxorubicin

  • Capecitabine


5. Health & Clinical Relevance

Docetaxel is included in global oncology guidelines:

  • NCCN Guidelines

  • FDA-approved indications

  • EMA-approved oncology products

Mechanisms include:

  • Inducing apoptosis

  • Inhibiting angiogenesis

  • Blocking cancer metastasis


6. Application Guide

Docetaxel 99% is ideal for:

  • API manufacturing

  • Injection formulations

  • Liposome preparations

  • Nanoparticle formulations

  • Lyophilized powder production


7. Recommended Usage (for industrial formulating)

Application Typical Use Level
Injection (concentrate) 10–40 mg/mL (in solvent systems)
Lyophilized powder Custom formulations
Nano-carriers As per formulation design
R&D / Lab Use Based on protocol requirements

Note: Not for direct human use; suitable for formulation manufacturing only.


8. Best Formulation Practices

  1. Use ethanol + polysorbate-80 system for solubilization.

  2. Protect from light and oxidation during processing.

  3. Maintain ≤ 25°C environment during formulation.

  4. Use nitrogen protection if needed to avoid degradation.

  5. Validate HPLC method for every batch.


9. Safety & Precautions

  • Documented cytotoxic compound—handle with PPE.

  • Use fume hood during production.

  • Store in sealed, light-resistant containers.

  • Follow FDA cytotoxic manufacturing guidelines.


10. Product Specifications (Docetaxel 99%)

Item Specification Method
Appearance White/off-white powder Visual
Identification Positive IR / HPLC
Assay ≥ 99% HPLC
Related substances ≤ 1.0% HPLC
Residual solvents Conforms GC
Loss on drying ≤ 1.0% USP
Residue on ignition ≤ 0.2% USP
Specific rotation +28° to +34° USP

11. COA – Pesticides, Heavy Metals, Microbiological Testing

A) Pesticide Residues (USP / EP / ChP)

Pesticide Test Limit Method
Organochlorine pesticides ≤ 0.1 mg/kg GC-MS
Organophosphorus pesticides ≤ 0.1 mg/kg GC-MS
Pyrethroid pesticides ≤ 0.1 mg/kg GC-MS
Carbamate pesticides ≤ 0.1 mg/kg LC-MS/MS
Total pesticide residues Conforms GC-MS / LC-MS/MS

B) Heavy Metals (ICP-MS / AAS)

Heavy Metal Limit Method
Lead (Pb) ≤ 2 ppm ICP-MS
Arsenic (As) ≤ 1 ppm ICP-MS
Cadmium (Cd) ≤ 1 ppm ICP-MS
Mercury (Hg) ≤ 0.1 ppm ICP-MS
Total Heavy Metals ≤ 10 ppm USP <233>

C) Microbial Testing (USP <61>/<62>)

Microbial Item Limit Method
Total Plate Count (TPC) ≤ 1000 cfu/g USP <61>
Yeast & Mold ≤ 100 cfu/g USP <61>
E. coli Negative USP <62>
Salmonella Negative USP <62>
Staphylococcus aureus Negative USP <62>
Pseudomonas aeruginosa Negative USP <62>

12. Production Process (Public Version)

Semi-synthetic Production Route from 10-DAB

  1. Raw Material Extraction
    Extraction of 10-deacetylbaccatin III (10-DAB) from Taxus leaves.

  2. Side-chain Synthesis
    Preparation of the phenylisoserine side chain.

  3. Esterification & Coupling
    Coupling of 10-DAB with the activated side chain.

  4. Protection / Deprotection Steps
    Removing protecting groups to form the Docetaxel backbone.

  5. Purification
    Multi-step purification through crystallization and chromatography.

  6. Drying & Milling
    Controlled drying under low temperature.

  7. Packaging
    Final API packed in sterile, sealed containers.


13. Production Flowchart

10-DAB Extraction → Side Chain Preparation → Esterification → Coupling → Deprotection → Purification → Drying → Milling → Packaging → QC Release


14. Storage & Shelf Life

  • Store at 2–8°C, protected from light.

  • Keep container tightly sealed.

  • Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended conditions.


15. Packaging Options

  • 1 g / 5 g / 10 g / 100 g / 1 kg

  • Triple-layer package:

    • inner sterile bottle

    • aluminum foil bag

    • outer drum

Custom packaging is available.


16. Sample Policy

  • Free 1–5 g samples for qualified buyers.

  • Courier cost can be paid by recipient or deducted from order.


17. Shipping & MOQ

  • MOQ: 1 g (for R&D)

  • MOQ: 100 g (for commercial production)

  • Global shipping via DHL / FedEx / air cargo.

  • GMP-aligned bulk manufacturing.


18. Application Industries

  • Pharmaceutical manufacturing

  • Oncology API suppliers

  • Research institutes

  • Clinical formulation companies

  • CDMO / CRO partners


19. Application Scenarios

  • Injectable chemotherapy formulation

  • Lyophilized powder development

  • Nano-drug delivery systems

  • Oncology R&D projects

  • Toxicology studies


20. How to Use (for Manufacturing)

  1. Dissolve in ethanol.

  2. Add polysorbate-80.

  3. Filter through 0.22 µm membrane.

  4. Dilute to final concentration.

  5. Aseptic filling.


21. Why Choose Shaanxi Zhonghong?

Expertise

  • 15+ years experience in taxane API production

  • Professional R&D team

  • GMP-oriented system and validated methods

Authority

  • Third-party lab testing (Eurofins, SGS optional)

  • Full documentation: COA, MSDS, NMR, HPLC

Trust

  • Traceable raw materials

  • Batch consistency

  • Real factory photos and videos available

Experience

  • Exported to 40+ countries

  • Long-term cooperation with pharmaceutical companies


22. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the purity of your Docetaxel?
≥ 99% (HPLC), pharmaceutical grade.

2. Can I get a sample?
Yes, 1–5 g samples available.

3. Do you provide regulatory documents?
Yes: COA, MSDS, HPLC, method validation.

4. What’s your MOQ?
1 g for R&D; 100 g for commercial use.

5. What’s your lead time?
1–3 days for sample; 7–15 days for bulk.


23. References (PubMed / FDA / NIH)

  1. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

  2. https://www.fda.gov/

  3. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/

  4. Taxanes in cancer therapy – Nature Reviews Cancer

  5. Docetaxel pharmacology – Clinical Cancer Research

Manufacturer: Shaanxi Zhonghong Investment Technology Co., Ltd.
Website: aiherba.comEmail: sales@aiherba.com / info@aiherba.com / liaodaohai@gmail.com

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