Description

Penicillin O Potassium is a semi-synthetic penicillin derivative, also known as Allylthiomethylpenicillin Potassium. This compound is valued for its specific antimicrobial profile and serves as a key intermediate in pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily utilized by manufacturers and research institutions in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors for the synthesis of advanced antibiotic formulations and in microbiological studies.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of specialized penicillin-based antibiotics.
• Antimicrobial Research: Used in microbiological laboratories to study bacterial resistance mechanisms and spectrum of activity.
• Reference Standard: Employed as a certified reference material (CRM) in quality control laboratories for analytical method development and validation.
• Biochemical Studies: Utilized in research exploring the structure-activity relationships (SAR) of β-lactam antibiotics.
• Veterinary Medicine: Investigated for potential applications in developing treatments for bacterial infections in animals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Penicillin O Potassium
CAS No.	897-61-0
Molecular Formula	C15H19KN2O5S
Molecular Weight	378.49 g/mol
Synonyms	Allylthiomethylpenicillin Potassium; Penicillin AT; Penicillin O; 6-(Allylthiocarbamoyl)aminopenicillanic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium (2S,5R,6R)-3,3-dimethyl-7-oxo-6-[(2-allylthioacetyl)amino]-4-thia-1-azabicyclo[3.2.0]heptane-2-carboxylate; Allylmercaptomethylpenicillin Potassium; NSC 526062
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Quality Control

Our Penicillin O Potassium is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification, purity assay, and impurity profiling, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and pharmaceutical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed HPLC, NMR, and IR data are provided 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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under dry, inert conditions to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Microbial Enumeration	Meets Ph. Eur. guidelines

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