Description

Kerriamycin B CAS NO 98474-21-6 is a specialized antibiotic compound belonging to the anthracycline class. This product is valued for its potent biological activity, making it a critical intermediate and reference standard in advanced pharmaceutical research and development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical companies focused on developing novel anti-infective and anticancer therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key reference standard and active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) intermediate in the synthesis of novel antibiotic agents.
• Anticancer Drug Discovery: Investigated for its potential cytotoxic properties and mechanisms of action against various cancer cell lines.
• Microbiological Studies: Used as a tool compound to study bacterial resistance mechanisms and the structure-activity relationships of anthracycline antibiotics.
• Biochemical Assays: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) and in-vitro assays to evaluate antimicrobial efficacy.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental research on natural product biosynthesis and drug design.

Basic Information

Product Name	Kerriamycin B
CAS No.	98474-21-6
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Synonyms	Kerriamycin B; 98474-21-6; Antibiotic Kerriamycin B; Kerriamycin; (8S,10S)-10-[(2R,4S,5S,6S)-4-Amino-5-hydroxy-6-methyloxan-2-yl]oxy-6,8,11-trihydroxy-8-(2-hydroxyacetyl)-1-methoxy-9,10-dihydro-7H-tetracene-5,12-dione
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Quality Control

Our Kerriamycin B is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identity confirmation and purity assessment via advanced chromatographic methods. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all test results is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider desiccants or an inert atmosphere to maintain stability.

Specification

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

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