Description

Kerriamycin A CAS NO 98474-20-5 is a specialized antibiotic compound belonging to the angucycline class of natural products. This compound is valued for its potent biological activity, particularly as an inhibitor of bacterial and fungal growth, making it a critical intermediate in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies engaged in the discovery and synthesis of novel antimicrobial agents and antitumor drugs.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key reference standard and building block in the development of new antibiotic and anticancer therapies.
• Antimicrobial Agent Development: Investigated for its efficacy against drug-resistant bacterial strains and pathogenic fungi.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a tool compound to study bacterial cell wall synthesis and other specific biological pathways.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for chemical biology and medicinal chemistry projects.
• Preclinical Studies: Acts as a candidate molecule for in vitro and in vivo evaluation of pharmacological properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Kerriamycin A
CAS No.	98474-20-5
Molecular Formula	C30H34O10
Molecular Weight	554.59 g/mol
Synonyms	Kerriamycin A; Antibiotic U-58,431; U-58431; 5,12-Dihydroxy-3,8,10-trimethoxy-7-methyl-1,2,3,4,4a,12a-hexahydrotetracene-6,11-dione; Angucycline antibiotic U-58,431; 98474-20-5; Kerriamycin
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Quality Control

Our Kerriamycin A is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all critical quality attributes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. For short-term use, the material may be stored at 2-8°C. The container should be kept in a dry, well-ventilated area. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

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)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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