Description

Iturin E is a potent cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic belonging to the iturin family, produced by various strains of *Bacillus subtilis*. This compound is highly valued for its strong antifungal and surfactant properties, making it a critical agent in biocontrol and formulation science. It is primarily utilized by industries focused on agricultural biotechnology, pharmaceutical research, and the development of eco-friendly preservatives.

Application

• Agricultural Biofungicide: Used as an active ingredient in biocontrol formulations to protect crops from fungal pathogens like powdery mildew and gray mold.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a lead compound in antimicrobial research due to its mechanism of action against fungal cell membranes.
• Food Preservation: Investigated as a natural preservative agent to inhibit spoilage fungi in food products.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care: Incorporated into formulations for its antimicrobial and mild surfactant properties.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Used in fermentation process studies and as a model compound for lipopeptide production optimization.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iturin E
CAS No.	108956-23-6
Molecular Formula	C48H74N12O14
Molecular Weight	1043.2 g/mol
Synonyms	Iturin E; Iturin E1; Iturin E Lipopeptide; Cyclo(L-Asn-D-Tyr-D-Asn-L-Gln-L-Ser-D-Asn-L-Ser) (C14-β-Amino Fatty Acid); Antibiotic Iturin E; Bacillus subtilis Iturin E
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Iturin E is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, MS for structural confirmation, and biological activity assays. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and impurity profiles are available upon request to ensure it meets the specific requirements of research and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive (store away from light). Keep the container tightly sealed in a desiccated environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Potency (Microbiological Assay)	Contact for details

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