Description

Olivomycin D is a potent antibiotic compound belonging to the aureolic acid family, primarily known for its antitumor and antibacterial properties. This high-purity chemical is critical for research and development in life sciences, offering a valuable tool for studying DNA-binding mechanisms and exploring novel therapeutic pathways. It is essential for pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on oncology research, microbiology, and molecular biology.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the investigation of new anticancer agents.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a molecular probe to study interactions with DNA and RNA due to its specific binding properties.
• Antibiotic Mechanism Studies: Employed in microbiological research to understand the action of aureolic acid group antibiotics against Gram-positive bacteria.
• Cell Biology & Oncology: Applied in in vitro studies to assess cytotoxicity and antitumor activity in various cell lines.

Basic Information

Product Name	Olivomycin D
CAS No.	6988-60-9
Molecular Formula	C59H86O26
Molecular Weight	1211.3 g/mol
Synonyms	Olivomycin D; NSC 131491; Antibiotic 3382; Chromomycin A4; Toyomycin; Aureolic Acid; 5,7-Dihydroxy-4-methyl-9,10-dioxo-9,10-dihydroanthracene-2-carboxylic acid derivative (complex); Olivomycin complex component D
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Quality Control

Our Olivomycin D is produced and handled under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C under an inert atmosphere (e.g., nitrogen or argon) to prevent oxidation. The product is light-sensitive and easily oxidized; prolonged exposure to air, light, or elevated temperatures should be avoided to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish-yellow 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%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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