Description

Thiopeptin is a complex of sulfur-containing peptide antibiotics produced by *Streptomyces* species, known for its potent activity against Gram-positive bacteria. This compound is valued in industrial microbiology and research for its role as a selective agent and in studying bacterial protein synthesis and resistance mechanisms. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers in the animal feed additive sector, biotechnology research organizations, and pharmaceutical development labs investigating novel antimicrobial scaffolds.

Application

• Animal Feed Additive: Used as a growth promoter and for the prevention of certain bacterial infections in livestock.
• Microbiological Research: Serves as a critical tool for studying bacterial ribosome function and the mechanisms of antibiotic action.
• Antibiotic Resistance Studies: Employed in laboratories to investigate and characterize bacterial resistance pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Precursor: Acts as a starting material or reference standard in the development of new therapeutic agents.
• Selective Agent in Culture Media: Used in diagnostic and industrial fermentation processes to select for or against specific microbial strains.
• Veterinary Medicine: Investigated for potential applications in treating bacterial infections in animals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Thiopeptin
CAS No.	12609-84-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Thiopeptin Antibiotic Complex; Thiopeptin A; Thiopeptin B; Antibiotic Complex 12609-84-6; Thiopeprin; Antibiotic TP; TP Antibiotic; Thiopeptide Antibiotic
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Thiopeptin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot is analyzed for potency, purity, and microbiological activity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance 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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellowish to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (Potency)	≥ 850 µg/mg
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 2.0 %
Microbial Activity	Confirmed by bioassay

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