Description

Aureofungin A is a potent polyene macrolide antifungal antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces aureofaciens*. This compound is valued for its specific activity against a broad spectrum of pathogenic fungi, making it a critical component in agricultural and research applications. It is primarily utilized by professionals in the agrochemical industry for crop protection and by researchers in microbiology and antifungal drug development.

Application

• Agricultural Fungicide: Used for the prevention and treatment of fungal diseases in a variety of crops.
• Plant Pathology Research: Serves as a standard or experimental compound in studies of fungal inhibition and plant disease mechanisms.
• Antifungal Agent Development: Acts as a lead compound or reference standard in the research and development of new antifungal pharmaceuticals.
• Microbiological Studies: Employed in laboratory settings to study fungal physiology, resistance mechanisms, and spectrum of activity.
• Seed Treatment: Applied as a protective coating to seeds to prevent soil-borne fungal infections during germination.
• Post-Harvest Protection: Used to control fungal growth on stored fruits, vegetables, and grains to extend shelf life.

Basic Information

Product Name	Aureofungin A
CAS No.	8065-41-6
Molecular Formula	C59H86O20
Molecular Weight	1115.3 g/mol
Synonyms	Aureofungin; Aureofungin complex; Antibiotic PA 166; PA 166; NSC 529070; Polyene macrolide antibiotic from S. aureofaciens; Aureofungin A1
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Aureofungin A is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot is analyzed using advanced chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and related substances is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; therefore, containers must be kept sealed in a desiccated environment away from direct light exposure to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to brownish-yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference spectrum
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 90.0% (Aureofungin A)
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 10.0%
Potency (Microbiological)	Contact for details

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