Description

Kanamycin CAS NO 59-01-8 is a broad-spectrum aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces kanamyceticus*. It is valued for its efficacy against a wide range of Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria, making it a critical tool in both research and therapeutic contexts. This compound is essential for professionals in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science research industries, where it is used in cell culture applications, selective media preparation, and as a key ingredient in certain antibiotic formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in the formulation of injectable antibiotic solutions.
• Microbiological Research: Used as a selective agent in culture media to isolate or maintain genetically engineered cells, particularly in molecular biology and genetic engineering.
• Cell Culture: Employed in mammalian cell culture to prevent bacterial contamination, especially in stable cell line development.
• Veterinary Medicine: Applied in the treatment of bacterial infections in animals.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized as a tool to study bacterial protein synthesis and mechanisms of antibiotic action and resistance.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A component in certain diagnostic kits and assays for microbial identification and susceptibility testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Kanamycin
CAS No.	59-01-8
Molecular Formula	C18H36N4O11
Molecular Weight	484.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Kanamycin A; Kanamycin Monosulfate; Kantrex; Kanasig; Kanamytrex; Kamynex; Aminodeoxykanamycin; 6-O-(3-Amino-3-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl)-4-O-(6-amino-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-D-streptamine
EINECS	200-411-2

Quality Control

Our Kanamycin is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to meet high-purity standards suitable for research and pharmaceutical applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and impurity profiles, ensuring traceability and compliance with your specific requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥95.0% (on dried basis)
pH (1% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Loss on Drying	≤5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤20 ppm
Bacterial Endotoxins	Contact for details
Sterility (if applicable)	Contact for details

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