Description

Herbicidin A CAS NO 55353-31-6 is a potent nucleoside antibiotic isolated from *Streptomyces* species, recognized for its specific herbicidal activity. This compound is valued for its role as a biochemical tool in plant science research and its potential in developing novel, targeted agrochemicals. It is primarily sought by research institutions, agrochemical R&D departments, and manufacturers of high-value specialty biochemicals for investigating plant metabolism and pathogen control.

Application

• Plant Science Research: Used as a specific inhibitor to study adenosine kinase and related nucleotide salvage pathways in plants.
• Mode-of-Action Studies: Serves as a reference standard in biochemical assays to elucidate the mechanisms of herbicidal activity.
• Agrochemical Discovery: Acts as a lead compound or a structural template for the synthesis and development of new selective herbicides.
• Microbial Interaction Studies: Investigated for its role in microbial defense and its effects on plant-pathogen interactions.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in enzymatic studies and as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and validation.

Basic Information

Product Name	Herbicidin A
CAS No.	55353-31-6
Molecular Formula	C23H31N5O8
Molecular Weight	505.52 g/mol
Synonyms	Herbicidin A; Antibiotic AB-120; 9-β-D-Arabinofuranosyladenine, 2'-deoxy-2'-C-methyl-; 2'-Deoxy-2'-C-methyl-9-β-D-arabinofuranosyladenine; 2'-C-Methyladenosine arabinoside; NSC 163042; AB-120
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Quality Control

Our Herbicidin A is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and purity for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant standards for high-purity biochemical reagents to support reliable and reproducible scientific outcomes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept in a dry environment. Allow the container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

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%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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