Description

Viridicatumtoxin is a complex tetracycline-like fungal metabolite with significant biological activity. This compound is of high interest for its potent antibacterial properties, particularly against Gram-positive bacteria, including drug-resistant strains. It serves as a critical reference standard and research material for pharmaceutical R&D, microbiology, and the development of novel antimicrobial agents. The product is supplied as Viridicatumtoxin CAS NO 39277-41-3, meeting the stringent requirements of advanced scientific and industrial applications.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key reference standard in the discovery and analysis of new tetracycline-class antibiotics.
• Antimicrobial Mechanism Studies: Used in biochemical and microbiological research to investigate pathways of bacterial inhibition and resistance.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a high-purity calibrant and control material for HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical methods in quality control laboratories.
• Academic Research: A vital tool in university and institutional labs for studying fungal metabolites and their biosynthetic pathways.
• Biotech & Life Sciences: Employed in screening assays and as a precursor or model compound in the development of new therapeutic agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Viridicatumtoxin
CAS No.	39277-41-3
Molecular Formula	C27H30N2O7
Molecular Weight	494.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Viridicatumtoxin; Viridicatumtoxin B; Antibiotic X-5108; NSC 339586; (1S,2S,4aS,5aS,6S,12aS)-2-Acetyl-7,12a-dihydroxy-4a,9-bis(hydroxymethyl)-1,6-dimethyl-3,10-dioxo-1,2,4a,5,5a,6,12,12a-octahydrotetracene-2-carboxamide; Sch 56036; Fungal metabolite X-5108
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Quality Control

Every batch of Viridicatumtoxin is produced and analyzed under strict quality management protocols to ensure identity, purity, and consistency. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods, to ensure compliance with industry standards for research materials. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay results, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and research documentation needs.

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 (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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