Description

Nikkomycin Pseudo-Z CAS NO 120796-21-6 is a specialized nucleoside antibiotic analog, structurally related to the nikkomycin family. This compound matters as a potent and selective inhibitor of chitin synthase, making it a critical research tool for studying fungal cell wall biosynthesis and insect development. It is primarily needed by researchers in the agrochemical and pharmaceutical industries for antifungal agent development, as well as by academic institutions conducting fundamental studies in biochemistry and microbiology.

Application

• Antifungal Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and active ingredient in screening programs for novel fungicides and antifungal pharmaceuticals.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a specific enzymatic inhibitor to investigate the chitin synthesis pathway in fungi, insects, and crustaceans.
• Agrochemical Formulations: Employed in R&D for next-generation, environmentally benign insecticides and fungicides that target chitin production.
• Mode of Action Analysis: Essential for comparative studies to understand resistance mechanisms and the specificity of chitin synthase inhibitors.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Acts as a sophisticated building block for the synthetic modification and creation of new therapeutic candidates.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Provides a reliable tool for university labs and research institutes focusing on cell biology, mycology, and entomology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nikkomycin Pseudo-Z
CAS No.	120796-21-6
Molecular Formula	C20H25N5O10
Molecular Weight	495.44 g/mol
Synonyms	Nikkomycin Z Isomer; Pseudo-Nikkomycin Z; 5-[(2-Amino-2-deoxy-D-glucopyranosyl)oxy]-4-hydroxy-2-(1H-imidazol-5-yl)-1-methyl-1H-pyrimidine-6-carboxylic acid; Uridine antibiotic analog; Chitin synthase inhibitor; NikZ analog; Antibiotic FR-900848 component
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Quality Control

Our Nikkomycin Pseudo-Z is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant standards for fine chemical and research-grade materials to support reliable and reproducible scientific outcomes.

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 should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain integrity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, DMSO

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