Description

Steffimycin is a specialized antibiotic compound belonging to the anthracycline class, identified by CAS NO 11033-34-4. It is valued in research and development for its potent biological activity, particularly as a tool compound for studying antibiotic mechanisms and resistance. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic institutions, and biotechnology companies engaged in antimicrobial discovery and biochemical research.

Application

• Antimicrobial Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in studies targeting Gram-positive bacteria and other susceptible microorganisms.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: Serves as a critical tool for investigating cellular processes, DNA intercalation, and topoisomerase inhibition mechanisms.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in early-stage drug discovery programs for screening and developing novel antibiotic candidates.
• Microbiology Studies: Applied in laboratory settings to study bacterial growth inhibition, minimum inhibitory concentration (MIC) determination, and resistance patterns.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and government research projects focused on infectious diseases and antibiotic stewardship.

Basic Information

Product Name	Steffimycin
CAS No.	11033-34-4
Molecular Formula	C₃₄H₄₀N₂O₁₂
Molecular Weight	668.69 g/mol
Synonyms	Steffimycin B; Steffimycin B, 7-O-β-D-Glucopyranosyl-; 7-O-β-D-Glucopyranosylsteffimycin B; Antibiotic U-20,661; NSC 113041; U-20661; Steffimycin glucoside; 7-Glucosylsteffimycin B
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Steffimycin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including purity verification by HPLC and structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which may affect stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Biological Activity	Assay available upon request

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.