Description

Kanamycin CAS NO 8063-07-8 is a broad-spectrum aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces kanamyceticus*. It is a critical active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) valued for its efficacy against a wide range of Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, veterinary medicine, and biotechnology research sectors. Its primary use is in the formulation of injectable antibiotics and as a selective agent in cell culture media.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Core ingredient in the manufacture of injectable antibiotic formulations for human use.
• Veterinary Medicine: Used in treatments for bacterial infections in livestock and companion animals.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Serves as a selective agent in laboratory media to prevent bacterial contamination in eukaryotic cell cultures.
• Biochemical Research: Utilized as a tool compound in molecular biology and genetics research to study bacterial protein synthesis.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A component in certain diagnostic kits and agar plates for microbial identification and antibiotic susceptibility testing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Kanamycin
CAS No.	8063-07-8
Molecular Formula	C18H36N4O11
Molecular Weight	484.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Kanamycin A; Kanamycin Monosulfate; Kantrex; Kanasig; Kanamytrex; Kamynex; Aminodeoxykanamycin; 6-O-(3-Amino-3-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl)-4-O-(6-amino-6-deoxy-α-D-glucopyranosyl)-2-deoxy-D-streptamine
EINECS	232-500-1

Quality Control

Our Kanamycin is produced and tested under a strict quality management system to ensure it meets the highest standards for pharmaceutical use. We offer grades compliant with major pharmacopoeias, including USP and EP. Every batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and impurity profiles, ensuring full traceability and regulatory support for our global B2B clients.

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 in a low-humidity environment to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or almost white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Assay (HPLC)	95.0% - 102.0% (on dried basis)
pH (1% solution)	6.5 - 8.5
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 0.5 EU/mg (for injectable grade)
Sterility	Conforms (for sterile grade)

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