Description

n-Desferriferrichrome is a high-purity, naturally occurring siderophore known for its exceptional iron(III)-chelating properties. This compound is critical for research and development in fields requiring precise control of iron bioavailability and redox chemistry. It serves as an essential biochemical tool for microbiologists, pharmaceutical researchers, and biochemists studying microbial iron transport, novel chelation therapies, and metal homeostasis.

Application

• Microbiological Research: Used as a model siderophore to study iron acquisition mechanisms in bacteria and fungi.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated as a potential precursor or inspiration for novel iron-chelating therapeutic agents.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in enzymatic assays and studies of metal-protein interactions where specific iron sequestration is required.
• Plant Physiology Research: Applied in studies of iron uptake and utilization in plants under iron-limited conditions.
• Analytical Chemistry: Utilized as a selective chelating agent in methods for the detection and quantification of iron(III) ions.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for the identification and quantification of ferrichrome-type siderophores.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Desferriferrichrome
CAS No.	34787-28-5
Molecular Formula	C27H45N9O12
Molecular Weight	687.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Desferri-ferrichrome; Ferrichrome A (iron-free); Ferrichrome (Desferri form); N-[[2-[[2-[[2-[[2-[[2-[[(5S)-5-Amino-5-carboxypentyl]amino]-5-[(carboxymethyl)amino]-5-oxopentyl]amino]-5-[(carboxymethyl)amino]-5-oxopentyl]amino]-5-[(carboxymethyl)amino]-5-oxopentyl]amino]-5-[(carboxymethyl)amino]-5-oxopentyl]amino]ethyl]-L-ornithine; Cyclo(N5-acetyl-N5-hydroxy-L-ornithyl-L-ornithyl-L-ornithyl-glycyl-glycyl-glycine)
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Quality Control

Our n-Desferriferrichrome is produced under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all relevant specifications and test results.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
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.