Description

Resistomycin is a significant antibiotic compound belonging to the anthracycline class, identified by CAS NO 20004-62-0. This product is valued for its potent biological activity, primarily serving as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is essential for organizations focused on antimicrobial discovery, biochemical studies, and the synthesis of novel therapeutic agents. Our supply ensures high purity and batch-to-batch consistency to meet the stringent demands of these critical applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the development of new antibiotic therapies.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized in microbiological and enzymatic assays to study mechanisms of action and resistance against Gram-positive bacteria.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Serves as a critical tool in university and institutional labs for investigating anthracycline chemistry and bioactivity.
• Antimicrobial Agent Development: Acts as a lead compound or precursor in the synthesis and screening of new antimicrobial candidates.
• Quality Control & Analytical Testing: Used as a certified reference material (CRM) in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods for method validation and quality assurance.

Basic Information

Product Name	Resistomycin
CAS No.	20004-62-0
Molecular Formula	C₂₅H₂₈O₉
Molecular Weight	472.48 g/mol
Synonyms	5,12-Dihydroxy-4a,10a-epoxy-7-methoxy-6-methyl-1,11-dioxo-1,4,4a,10,10a,11-hexahydrotetracene-2-carboxylic acid; Antibiotic X 340; NSC 529070; BA 180265; Resistomycin A; Antibiotic from *Streptomyces resistomycificus*; 4a,10a-Epoxy-5,12-dihydroxy-7-methoxy-6-methyl-1,11-dioxo-1,4,4a,10,10a,11-hexahydrotetracene-2-carboxylic acid
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Quality Control

Every batch of Resistomycin is subjected to rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for research and pharmaceutical applications. Our quality assurance protocols include comprehensive characterization by HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
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.