Description

Ferrimycin is a specialized antibiotic compound belonging to the sideromycin class, identified by CAS NO 65454-32-2. This product is valued for its iron-chelating properties and specific antimicrobial activity against certain gram-positive bacteria. It serves as a critical research and development material in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. Key industries that utilize this compound include pharmaceutical R&D, academic research, and biotechnology for studying novel antibiotic mechanisms and formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a reference standard and active ingredient in the research of new antibiotic therapies and resistance studies.
• Microbiological Studies: Employed in laboratory settings to investigate its mechanism of action against specific bacterial strains, particularly those susceptible to iron-chelating antibiotics.
• Biochemical Reagent: Serves as a key reagent in studies focusing on bacterial iron metabolism and siderophore-mediated iron uptake pathways.
• Veterinary Medicine Research: Explored for potential applications in developing treatments for bacterial infections in animals.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for educational and investigative purposes in microbiology and medicinal chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferrimycin
CAS No.	65454-32-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Ferrimycin A; Antibiotic A 22765; Antibiotic A-22765; A 22765; A-22765; NSC 169502; Sideromycin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ferrimycin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. All materials undergo rigorous analytical testing, including purity assay and identification verification. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (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.