Description

Demethylchromomycin A2 is a chemically modified derivative of the aureolic acid family of antibiotics, known for its potent biological activity. This compound is valued in research and development for its specific interaction with DNA, making it a crucial tool for studying molecular biology and as a lead structure for novel therapeutic agents. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D laboratories, academic research institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on oncology and antimicrobial discovery.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a molecular probe to study DNA-protein interactions and chromatin structure due to its specific DNA-binding properties.
• Anticancer Research: Investigated as a lead compound for the development of novel chemotherapeutic agents targeting specific cancer cell pathways.
• Antimicrobial Studies: Serves as a reference standard in research exploring new antibiotics against resistant bacterial strains.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the synthesis and screening of new derivatives with optimized efficacy and reduced toxicity profiles.
• Academic Laboratories: A key reagent for graduate and post-doctoral research in molecular genetics and chemical biology.
• Quality Control: Used as an analytical reference standard for the identification and quantification of chromomycin-related compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	Demethylchromomycin A2
CAS No.	86917-62-6
Molecular Formula	C₆₈H₁₀₀O₃₃
Molecular Weight	1445.5 g/mol
Synonyms	Demethylchromomycin A2; 4-Demethylchromomycin A2; Chromomycin A2, 4-demethyl-; 86917-62-6; Chromomycin A3 derivative; Aureolic acid derivative; Antibiotic X-465 A derivative; NSC 649574
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Quality Control

Our Demethylchromomycin A2 is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for research chemicals, and specifications can be tailored to meet specific project requirements upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) in a dry, well-ventilated area. Keep the container sealed to protect this light-sensitive compound from degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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