Description

Butirosin B is a potent aminoglycoside antibiotic complex, a critical tool in microbiological research and pharmaceutical development. Its primary value lies in its specific activity against a range of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, making it essential for studying antibiotic mechanisms and resistance. This compound is particularly sought after by researchers in pharmaceutical R&D, biotechnology, and academic institutions focused on infectious disease and antimicrobial agent discovery.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Reference Standard: Used as a high-purity standard for analytical method development, validation, and quality control in antibiotic production.
• Microbiological Research: A key tool for studying bacterial protein synthesis inhibition, mechanisms of aminoglycoside action, and the basis of antibiotic resistance.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic assays and research involving bacterial ribosomes and protein translation pathways.
• Antibiotic Discovery: Serves as a lead compound or comparator in the research and development of novel antimicrobial agents.
• Cell Culture Applications: May be used in selective media for specific microbiological assays under controlled research conditions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Butirosin B
CAS No.	34291-03-7
Molecular Formula	C₂₁H₄₁N₅O₁₂
Molecular Weight	555.58 g/mol
Synonyms	Butirosin B; Antibiotic Bu 1709 B; O-3-Amino-3-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→6)-O-[6-amino-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl-(1→4)]-2-deoxy-D-streptamine; 1-N-[(S)-4-Amino-2-hydroxybutyryl]-ribostamycin; Bu-1709 B; Butyrosin B
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Butirosin B is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling via advanced chromatographic techniques. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term storage, consider desiccants.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time corresponds to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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