Description

Desertomycin B CAS NO 143629-44-1 is a macrocyclic lactone antibiotic belonging to the desertomycin family, characterized by its potent biological activity. This compound is of significant interest for its role as a biochemical tool in the study of membrane function and as a lead structure in antimicrobial research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies engaged in antibiotic discovery, microbiology, and molecular biology.

Application

• Antimicrobial Research: Serves as a key reference standard and active compound in studies targeting Gram-positive bacteria and other microorganisms.
• Biochemical Mechanism Studies: Used as a probe to investigate ionophoric properties and interactions with biological membranes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a lead molecule for the synthesis and evaluation of novel antibiotic candidates.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Employed in university and government labs for fundamental research in natural product chemistry and microbiology.
• Quality Control & Standardization: Functions as an analytical standard for the identification and quantification of desertomycins in complex mixtures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Desertomycin B
CAS No.	143629-44-1
Molecular Formula	C43H72O12
Molecular Weight	781.0 g/mol
Synonyms	Desertomycin B; Antibiotic LL-D42067β; LL-D42067β; (3R,5S,7R,9S,11S,13R,14S,16R,18S,20R,22S)-5,9,13,22-Tetramethyl-3-[(2R)-2-methylbutanoyl]oxy-14-[(2S)-2-methylbutanoyl]oxy-16-[(2R)-2-methylbutanoyl]oxy-18-[(2S)-2-methylbutanoyl]oxy-11-propan-2-yl-1,4-dioxacyclotetracosane-2,6,10,12,15,19,23-heptone
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Quality Control

Our Desertomycin B is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We support research-grade specifications and can provide material tailored to specific project requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain integrity. Allow the container to reach room temperature in a dry environment before opening to prevent condensation.

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)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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