Description

Tetracenomycin X is a significant member of the tetracenomycin class of aromatic polyketide antibiotics. This compound is valued in research and development for its role as a key biosynthetic intermediate and its potential biological activity. It is primarily utilized by professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic research sectors for studying antibiotic biosynthesis pathways and developing novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a critical intermediate in the study and synthesis of complex polyketide antibiotics.
• Antibiotic Biosynthesis Studies: Used as a reference standard or precursor to investigate enzymatic pathways in microbial systems.
• Medicinal Chemistry: Acts as a scaffold or starting material for the semi-synthesis of new chemical entities with potential antimicrobial properties.
• Biochemical Research: Employed in assays to study enzyme kinetics and inhibition related to polyketide synthases.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: A key reagent for universities and research institutes focusing on natural product chemistry and microbial genetics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetracenomycin X
CAS No.	121245-07-6
Molecular Formula	C22H18O9
Molecular Weight	426.37 g/mol
Synonyms	Tetracenomycin X; 4,8-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-1-oxo-1H-2-benzoxacyclododecine-6,7,10,11-tetracarboxylic acid, 6,7,10,11-tetrahydro-6,7,10,11-tetraoxo-, γ-lactone; (1S,12R)-4,8-Dihydroxy-3-methyl-1-oxo-1H-2-benzoxacyclododecine-6,7,10,11-tetracarboxylic acid, 6,7,10,11-tetrahydro-6,7,10,11-tetraoxo-, γ-lactone; Tcm X
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Quality Control

Our Tetracenomycin X is produced under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the exacting standards required for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

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). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which may affect stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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