Description

Lincosamine CAS NO 13006-69-4 is a key amino sugar derivative and a vital intermediate in the synthesis of the lincosamide class of antibiotics. This compound matters significantly for its role in producing clinically important antibacterial agents, ensuring the structural integrity and biological activity of the final pharmaceutical product. It is primarily needed by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and fine chemical industries engaged in the research, development, and large-scale production of antibiotic active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: A critical building block in the chemical synthesis of lincosamide antibiotics, such as lincomycin and clindamycin.
• Antibiotic API Production: Serves as a core precursor in the commercial manufacturing processes for antibacterial agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used in academic and industrial laboratories for studying carbohydrate chemistry, antibiotic mechanisms of action, and structure-activity relationships.
• Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the preparation of more complex, specialized carbohydrate-based molecules for various therapeutic applications.
• Process Development & Scale-up: Essential for chemists and engineers optimizing synthetic routes for cost-effective and high-yield production of lincosamides.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lincosamine
CAS No.	13006-69-4
Molecular Formula	C7H15NO4
Molecular Weight	177.20 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Amino-6,8-dideoxy-1-thio-D-erythro-α-D-galacto-octopyranose; Methyl 6-amino-6,8-dideoxy-1-thio-D-erythro-α-D-galacto-octopyranoside; Lincomycin amine; Lincomycin precursor; 1-Thio-Lincosamine; Antibiotic intermediate 13006-69-4
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Quality Control

Our Lincosamine is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for pharmaceutical synthesis. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, assay, and impurity profiling. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results are provided and can be tailored to meet specific customer or regulatory requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0% Any single impurity ≤ 1.0%

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