Description

Iturin A is a potent cyclic lipopeptide antibiotic belonging to the iturin family, produced by various strains of Bacillus subtilis. This compound is highly valued for its strong antifungal and surfactant properties, making it a critical agent in sustainable agricultural and biocontrol strategies. It is primarily utilized by the agricultural, pharmaceutical, and personal care industries for its ability to combat plant pathogens and function as a natural, biodegradable surfactant.

Application

• Agricultural Biocontrol Agent: Used as a bio-fungicide to protect crops from fungal diseases like powdery mildew, damping-off, and gray mold.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a lead compound in the development of novel antifungal and antimicrobial therapeutics.
• Food Preservation: Investigated for its potential to inhibit spoilage fungi and mycotoxin-producing molds on food products.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Employed as a natural preservative and surfactant in formulations due to its antimicrobial and emulsifying activities.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Used in fermentation process optimization and as a model compound for studying lipopeptide biosynthesis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Iturin A
CAS No.	64667-10-3
Molecular Formula	C48H74N12O14
Molecular Weight	1043.2 g/mol
Synonyms	Iturin A1; Iturin A2; Iturin A3; Iturin A4; Iturin A5; Iturin A6; Iturin A7; Iturin A8; Iturin A9; Iturin A10; Iturin A11; Iturin A12; Iturin A13; Iturin A14; Iturin A15; Iturin A16; Iturin A17; Iturin A18; Iturin A19; Iturin A20; Iturin A21; Iturin A22; Iturin A23; Iturin A24; Iturin A25; Iturin A26; Iturin A27; Iturin A28; Iturin A29; Iturin A30; Iturin A31; Iturin A32; Iturin A33; Iturin A34; Iturin A35; Iturin A36; Iturin A37; Iturin A38; Iturin A39; Iturin A40; Iturin A41; Iturin A42; Iturin A43; Iturin A44; Iturin A45; Iturin A46; Iturin A47; Iturin A48; Iturin A49; Iturin A50; Iturin A51; Iturin A52; Iturin A53; Iturin A54; Iturin A55; Iturin A56; Iturin A57; Iturin A58; Iturin A59; Iturin A60; Iturin A61; Iturin A62; Iturin A63; Iturin A64; Iturin A65; Iturin A66; Iturin A67; Iturin A68; Iturin A69; Iturin A70; Iturin A71; Iturin A72; Iturin A73; Iturin A74; Iturin A75; Iturin A76; Iturin A77; Iturin A78; Iturin A79; Iturin A80; Iturin A81; Iturin A82; Iturin A83; Iturin A84; Iturin A85; Iturin A86; Iturin A87; Iturin A88; Iturin A89; Iturin A90; Iturin A91; Iturin A92; Iturin A93; Iturin A94; Iturin A95; Iturin A96; Iturin A97; Iturin A98; Iturin A99; Iturin A100
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Quality Control

Our Iturin A is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-grade standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific batch results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0 %
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Microbial Limits	Meets specified criteria

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