Description

Picromycin CAS NO 19721-56-3 is a macrolide antibiotic compound belonging to the pikromycin family. It serves as a crucial intermediate and reference standard in pharmaceutical research and development, particularly for studying antibiotic biosynthesis and activity. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic sectors who require high-purity biochemical tools.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: As a key intermediate in the study and synthesis of macrolide antibiotics.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a reference standard to investigate antibiotic mechanisms of action and resistance.
• Microbiology: Employed in research focused on bacterial protein synthesis inhibition.
• Academic Research: A vital tool for universities and institutes studying natural product biosynthesis pathways.
• API Development: Serves as a building block or precursor in the development of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Quality Control: Used as an analytical standard for the identification and quantification of related antibiotic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Picromycin
CAS No.	19721-56-3
Molecular Formula	C28H47NO8
Molecular Weight	525.68 g/mol
Synonyms	Pikromycin; Pikromycin I; Antibiotic PA 108; NSC 195102; 10,11-Anhydro-3-O-(2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-α-L-ribo-hexopyranosyl)-5-O-(2,6-dideoxy-3-C-methyl-α-L-ribo-hexopyranosyl)-12-methyl-10-oxo-6,13-epoxy-13-ethyl-4,6,8,12-tetrahydroxy-3,5,7,9,11-pentamethyloxacyclotridec-2-en-1-one
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Quality Control

Our Picromycin is produced and tested under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) with each batch, detailing key parameters such as assay, purity, and identification. Our quality commitment aligns with standards relevant for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a 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.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤5.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤5.0%

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