Description

Alterobactin A is a high-purity siderophore compound, a member of the catecholate family, known for its exceptional iron-chelating properties. This compound is critical for research and development in fields requiring precise control of iron bioavailability. It serves as a valuable biochemical tool for microbiologists, pharmaceutical researchers, and biochemists investigating bacterial iron acquisition, novel antimicrobial strategies, and metal homeostasis.

Application

• Microbiological Research: As a model siderophore for studying bacterial iron-uptake mechanisms, virulence factors, and host-pathogen interactions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigation into "Trojan Horse" antibiotic strategies that utilize siderophore-mediated uptake to enhance drug delivery against resistant pathogens.
• Biochemical Studies: Used in assays to probe iron metabolism, oxidative stress, and the role of iron in cellular signaling pathways.
• Agricultural Science: Research into microbial siderophores for potential use as biocontrol agents or plant growth promoters by sequestering iron from phytopathogens.
• Reference Standard: Serves as an analytical standard for the identification and quantification of siderophores in complex biological or environmental samples.

Basic Information

Product Name	Alterobactin A
CAS No.	153888-52-9
Molecular Formula	C30H34N4O12
Molecular Weight	642.61 g/mol
Synonyms	Alterobactin A; 153888-52-9; L-Threonyl-L-threonyl-N5-acetyl-N5-hydroxy-L-ornithyl-N5-acetyl-N5-hydroxy-L-ornithyl-2,3-dihydroxybenzoyl-2,3-dihydroxybenzoyl-2,3-dihydroxybenzoyl-2,3-dihydroxybenzamide; Catecholate Siderophore Alterobactin A
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Quality Control

Our Alterobactin A is produced under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized using advanced analytical techniques including HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to support your critical research and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry, cool place. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage under an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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