Description

Rifamycin Q is a semi-synthetic derivative belonging to the ansamycin class of antibiotics, identified by CAS NO 59232-88-1. This compound serves as a crucial intermediate in the synthesis of advanced rifamycin antibiotics, valued for its specific chemical structure that enables targeted modifications. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D departments and fine chemical manufacturers engaged in developing novel antimicrobial agents and conducting structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of next-generation rifamycin-based antibiotics.
• Antimicrobial Research: Used in biochemical and microbiological research to study mechanisms of bacterial RNA polymerase inhibition.
• Reference Standard: Serves as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and regulatory testing in pharmaceutical production.
• Chemical Synthesis: Employed in organic synthesis for the preparation of novel ansamycin derivatives with potential therapeutic applications.
• Academic & Institutional Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for pharmacological and medicinal chemistry studies.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Rifamycin Q
CAS No.	59232-88-1
Molecular Formula	C37H45NO12
Molecular Weight	695.75 g/mol
Synonyms	Rifamycin Q; Rifamycin S 1,4-Naphthoquinone; Rifamycin SQ; (12Z,14E,24E)-(2S,12S,13S,14R,15S,16S,17R,18R,19S,20S,21S,22R,26S,31S,32S)-26-Acetyloxy-5,6,9,17,29-pentahydroxy-3,11,13,15,23,25,33-heptamethyl-2,7,20,36-tetraoxo-1-oxa-6-azacyclohexatriaconta-12,14,24-triene-4,16,18,22,32-pentayl pentaacetate; Antibiotic X 127; L 105; Antibiotic L 105
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Quality Control

Our Rifamycin Q is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, identity confirmation by IR and NMR spectroscopy, and residual solvent analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange-red powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 2.0%
Residual Solvents	Complies with ICH guidelines

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