Description

Epelmycin B is a specialized macrolide antibiotic compound with significant biological activity. Its primary value lies in its potent efficacy as a research-grade biochemical tool for studying microbial resistance and developing novel therapeutic agents. This product is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, biotechnology companies, and academic institutions focused on antimicrobial discovery and molecular biology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the development of new antibiotic formulations.
• Microbiological Studies: Used as a potent agent in research to investigate bacterial growth inhibition, mechanism of action, and resistance pathways.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) assays to identify synergistic compounds or evaluate antimicrobial potency.
• Academic Research: A critical tool for university laboratories studying macrolide biosynthesis, structure-activity relationships (SAR), and novel drug targets.
• Veterinary Medicine Development: Investigated for potential applications in developing treatments for bacterial infections in animals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Epelmycin B
CAS No.	107807-24-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Epelmycin B; Antibiotic B-41; B-41 Antibiotic; 107807-24-9; (2E,4E,6E,8E)-10-[(2R,3S,4S,5S,6R)-4-Amino-3,5-dihydroxy-6-methyloxan-2-yl]oxy-2,4,6,8-decatetraenoic acid (related macrolide structure); Epelmycin; Antibiotic B41
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Quality Control

Our Epelmycin B is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity suitable for research applications. All materials are accompanied by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and research requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). For long-term stability, consider storage at -20°C under desiccant. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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