Description

Aureofungin A is a potent antifungal polyene macrolide antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces aureofaciens*. This compound is valued for its specific activity against a range of pathogenic fungi, making it a critical component in microbiological and antifungal research. It is primarily utilized by researchers in pharmaceutical development, agricultural science, and industrial biotechnology for studying fungal mechanisms and developing novel antifungal agents. The product is supplied under stringent quality control to ensure reliable performance in sensitive applications.

Application

• Antifungal Research & Development: Serves as a reference standard and active ingredient in the discovery and evaluation of new antifungal therapeutics.
• Agricultural Microbiology: Used in studies targeting plant-pathogenic fungi to develop crop protection strategies.
• Industrial Biocide Studies: Investigated for potential use in controlling fungal contamination in manufacturing processes and material preservation.
• Microbiological Assays: Employed as a selective agent in culture media for the isolation and identification of specific microbial strains.
• Biochemical Pathway Analysis: A tool for probing ergosterol biosynthesis and membrane function in fungal cells.
• Veterinary Mycology: Research into antifungal treatments for animal fungal infections.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aureofungin A
CAS No.	63278-45-5
Molecular Formula	C59H86N2O19
Molecular Weight	1127.3 g/mol
Synonyms	Aureofungin; Antibiotic A 246; A 246; Aureofungin complex component A; NSC 169467; (1R,3S,5R,7S,8E,12E,14R,15S,16R,18S,19E,21E,25S,28R,29R,31S,33R,34S,35R,36S,37R)-37-[(2R,5S,6S)-5-(Dimethylamino)-6-methyloxan-2-yl]oxy-34-ethyl-3,5,7,15,16,18,28,29,31,33,35,36-dodecahydroxy-14-methoxy-8,12,19,21,25-pentamethyl-4,9,13,17,22,26,30-heptaoxo-2,20-dioxa-10,23,27-triazaoctatriaconta-8,12,19,21-tetraene-1,36-dioic acid
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Quality Control

Our Aureofungin A is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent moisture absorption. For long-term stability, consider storage at -20°C.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish-yellow powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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