Description

Anisomycin is a potent and selective antibiotic and protein synthesis inhibitor derived from *Streptomyces griseolus*. This compound is of significant value in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its specific mechanism of action. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies for studying cellular processes, signal transduction pathways, and as a tool compound in neuroscience and microbiology.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A critical tool for inhibiting protein synthesis in eukaryotic cells, used to study gene expression, cell cycle regulation, and apoptosis.
• Neuroscience Studies: Employed in research on memory formation and synaptic plasticity, particularly in studies involving long-term potentiation (LTP) and depression (LTD).
• Antifungal Agent: Serves as a reference standard in microbiological assays to evaluate antifungal activity against various yeast and fungal strains.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediary: Used in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents targeting infectious diseases.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Applied in laboratory settings to selectively control contamination or study stress responses in cell cultures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Anisomycin
CAS No.	22862-76-6
Molecular Formula	C14H19NO4
Molecular Weight	265.31 g/mol
Synonyms	Flagecidin; Antibiotic 1666; 2-(4-Methoxybenzyl)-3,4-pyrrolidinediol 3-acetate; 3-Acetamido-3-deoxy-2-(p-methoxybenzyl)-D-erythro-pentono-1,4-lactone; ANISO; [R-(R*,S*)]-2-[(4-Methoxyphenyl)methyl]-3,4-pyrrolidinediol 3-acetate
EINECS	245-281-3

Quality Control

Our Anisomycin is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, guaranteeing traceability, consistency, and reliability for your critical work.

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 should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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