Description

Nikkomycin So(X) CAS NO 140447-98-9 is a specialized nucleoside-peptide antibiotic belonging to the nikkomycin family, known for its potent and specific inhibitory action against chitin synthase. This targeted mechanism makes it a critical research tool and a compound of significant interest in the development of novel antifungal and insecticidal agents. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and life science sectors for advanced R&D and formulation studies.

Application

• Antifungal Agent Research: Serves as a key reference standard and active compound in the study of novel antifungal therapeutics targeting fungal cell wall synthesis.
• Agricultural Fungicide Development: Investigated for its potential in creating next-generation, targeted fungicides to protect crops from pathogenic fungi.
• Insect Growth Regulation: Used in entomological research to study chitin synthesis inhibition, aiding in the development of innovative insect control products.
• Biochemical Pathway Studies: Employed as a specific inhibitor to elucidate the chitin biosynthesis pathway in various organisms within academic and industrial laboratories.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Acts as a sophisticated building block or precursor in the synthesis of more complex therapeutic agents.
• Microbiological Assays: Utilized as a standard in bioassays to determine the susceptibility of fungal strains or to screen for new antifungal compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nikkomycin So(X)
CAS No.	140447-98-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Nikkomycin SoX; Nikkomycin Sx; Nikkomycin Z analogue; Chitin synthase inhibitor; Antibiotic complex nikkomycin component; Nucleoside-peptide antibiotic
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nikkomycin So(X) is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification and assay by HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research and development specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 3.0%

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