Description

Ferricrocin is a siderophore-iron complex, specifically the ferric form of the fungal siderophore ferrichrome. This compound plays a crucial role in microbial iron acquisition and transport, making it a valuable biochemical tool for studying iron metabolism and homeostasis. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and microbiology sectors for applications ranging from fundamental biochemical research to the development of novel antimicrobial strategies.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard or reagent in studies of iron uptake, transport, and storage mechanisms in fungi and bacteria.
• Microbiology Studies: Employed to investigate siderophore-mediated iron competition, a key factor in microbial ecology and pathogenesis.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a reference compound or starting material in the research of novel antibiotics and antifungal agents that target iron metabolism pathways.
• Cell Culture & Media Supplementation: Can be used in defined media to provide bioavailable iron under controlled conditions for specific microbial or cell culture applications.
• Enzyme Activity Studies: Utilized in assays involving iron-dependent enzymes to modulate or study their activity.
• Chelation Therapy Research: Investigated as a model compound in the development of iron chelators for therapeutic use.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferricrocin
CAS No.	23086-46-6
Molecular Formula	C27H42FeN9O12
Molecular Weight	740.53 g/mol
Synonyms	Ferrichrome, Iron(III) complex; Ferrichrome A; N5-Acetyl-N5-hydroxy-L-ornithine cyclic tripeptide of Gly-Gly-Gly ferric complex; Iron(3+) tris[(N2-acetyl-N5-hydroxy-L-ornithyl)glycylglycine]; Ferricrocin, Ferrichrome type siderophore
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ferricrocin is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets high-purity research-grade standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting batch-specific results for critical parameters.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Reddish-brown to brown powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Iron Content	Contact for details

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