Description

Mutacin Gs-5 is a specialized lantibiotic peptide with significant antimicrobial properties. This compound is valued for its potent activity against a broad spectrum of Gram-positive bacteria, making it a critical component in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and academic research sectors for developing novel antimicrobial agents and studying bacterial resistance mechanisms.

Application

• Antimicrobial Research: Serves as a key reference standard and active compound in studies targeting Gram-positive pathogens.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for its potential in formulating new antibiotic and preservative agents.
• Biotechnology: Used in molecular biology and microbiology research to understand lantibiotic biosynthesis and mode of action.
• Food Safety Studies: Explored as a natural preservative candidate in model systems to inhibit spoilage bacteria.
• Veterinary Medicine: Potential application in developing treatments for bacterial infections in animals.
• Cosmeceutical Research: Evaluated for topical formulations aimed at managing skin microbiota.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mutacin Gs-5
CAS No.	77030-67-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄₈H₂₃₈N₄₂O₄₃S₅
Molecular Weight	~3245.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Mutacin GS-5; Mutacin 1140; Lantibiotic Mutacin Gs-5; Streptococcus mutans bacteriocin; Antibiotic peptide from S. mutans; GS-5 bacteriocin; Peptide antibiotic GS5
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mutacin Gs-5 is produced and handled under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC for purity, mass spectrometry (MS) for identity confirmation, and biological activity assays. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, potency, and microbiological status is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with research-grade standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, keep desiccated. Allow the vial to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC-MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Potency (Microbial Assay)	≥ 90% of reference standard
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 10 EU/mg

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