Description

Dactimicin is a potent aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from the fermentation of *Micromonospora* species. This compound is valued for its broad-spectrum activity against a range of Gram-negative and Gram-positive bacteria, including strains resistant to other antibiotics. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical manufacturers and research institutions in the development of novel antibacterial agents and therapeutic formulations.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Active Ingredient (API): Core component in the formulation of injectable and topical antibacterial medications.
• Veterinary Medicine: Used in the development of treatments for bacterial infections in livestock and companion animals.
• Microbiological Research: Serves as a critical reference standard and tool for studying bacterial resistance mechanisms and antibiotic efficacy.
• Biochemical Studies: Employed in research exploring protein synthesis inhibition and ribosomal function.
• Cell Culture Applications: Used in selective media to prevent bacterial contamination in eukaryotic cell cultures.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dactimicin
CAS No.	73196-97-1
Molecular Formula	C20H41N5O7
Molecular Weight	463.57 g/mol
Synonyms	Dactimicin; Antibiotic SF-2052; (2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-5-Amino-2-{[(1S,2S,3R,4S,6R)-4,6-diamino-3-{[(2S,3R,4S,5S)-5-(dimethylamino)-3,4-dihydroxyoxolan-2-yl]oxy}-2-hydroxycyclohexyl]oxy}-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4-diol; SF 2052; Antibiotic 2052; Dactimicina; Dactimicinum
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Quality Control

Our Dactimicin is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for pharmaceutical research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and batch-to-batch consistency.

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 tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Specific Rotation	+88° to +98° (c=1 in H2O)
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 1.0 EU/mg

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