Description

Benanomicin B is a specialized ansamycin-type antibiotic compound, identified by CAS No. 116249-66-2, known for its potent biological activity. This compound is of significant interest in pharmaceutical research and development due to its mechanism of action, which involves the inhibition of bacterial RNA polymerase. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the discovery of novel anti-infective agents and the study of microbial genetics.

Application

• Antibiotic Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the discovery of new antibacterial drugs.
• Mechanistic Studies: Used in biochemical and microbiological research to study the inhibition of transcription and bacterial cell growth.
• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Acts as a crucial building block or precursor in the synthetic pathways for more complex ansamycin antibiotics.
• Microbiology & Assay Development: Employed as a control compound in antimicrobial susceptibility testing and high-throughput screening assays.

Basic Information

Product Name	Benanomicin B
CAS No.	116249-66-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Benanomicin B; Antibiotic K-252b; 7-O-Demethyl-8,13-dideoxyanthracycline; 116249-66-2; Benanomicin; K-252b; Ansamycin antibiotic K-252b
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Benanomicin B is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation and purity assessment. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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