Description

Penicillin S Potassium is the potassium salt of Penicillin S, a semi-synthetic penicillin derivative. This compound is valued for its role as a key intermediate in the synthesis of advanced β-lactam antibiotics, offering a critical building block for pharmaceutical manufacturing. It is primarily required by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the development and production of novel antibacterial agents.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial precursor in the chemical synthesis of more complex penicillin and cephalosporin-based antibiotics.
• Antibacterial Research: Used in microbiological and pharmacological studies to investigate structure-activity relationships and develop new antibacterial therapies.
• Reference Standard: Employed as an analytical standard in quality control laboratories for method development and validation in antibiotic analysis.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized in enzymatic studies related to β-lactam resistance mechanisms and bacterial cell wall synthesis.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Penicillin S Potassium
CAS No.	525-87-1
Molecular Formula	C14H17KN2O5S
Molecular Weight	364.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium (2S,5R,6R)-3,3-Dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(phenylacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylate; Penicillin G Potassium Salt, Phenoxymethylpenicillin Potassium; Benzylpenicillin Potassium; Potassium Penicillin G; Penicillin Potassium Salt; 6-Phenylacetamidopenicillanic Acid Potassium Salt
EINECS	208-369-7

Quality Control

Our Penicillin S Potassium is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and potency meet high standards, including compliance with relevant pharmacopeial guidelines where applicable. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and quality assurance for our B2B clients.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 3.0%
pH (Solution)	5.5 - 7.5
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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