Molekula
Amphotericin B
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Certificate of Analysis with every batch
Amphotericin B is a potent polyene antifungal antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces nodosus*, primarily used to treat severe systemic fungal infections such as aspergillosis, candidiasis, and cryptococcosis. It works by binding to ergosterol in fungal cell membranes, disrupting permeability and leading to cell death. This product has a CAS number of 1397-89-3, a molecular formula of C47H73NO17, and a molecular weight of 924.08 g/mol. It must be stored between 2–8°C and handled with caution, as indicated by its "Warning" signal word. Molekula supplies Amphotericin B from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Amphotericin B is a potent polyene antifungal antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces nodosus*, primarily used to treat severe systemic fungal infections such as aspergillosis, candidiasis, and cryptococcosis. It works by binding to ergosterol in fungal cell membranes, disrupting permeability and leading to cell death. This product has a CAS number of 1397-89-3, a molecular formula of C47H73NO17, and a molecular weight of 924.08 g/mol. It must be stored between 2–8°C and handled with caution, as indicated by its "Warning" signal word. Molekula supplies Amphotericin B from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Pricing & pack sizes
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Yellow or Orange powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Salmonella | Negative |
| Acetone | ≤5000ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% |
| Specification | USP 38 |
| Ethanol | ≤5000ppm |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤3% |
| Total Aerobic Count | ≤ 100CFU/g |
| Escherichia coli | Negative |
| Assay (Microbial) | ≥ 750μg/mg (Dried basis) |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90005122 |
| CAS Number | 1397-89-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C47H73NO17 |
| Molecular Weight | 924.08 |
| SMILES | CC1C=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC=CC(CC2C(C(CC(O2)(CC(CC(C(CCC(CC(CC(=O)OC(C(C1O)C)C)O)O)O)O)O)O)O)C(=O)O)OC3C(C(C(C(O3)C)O)N)O |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 2941.90.1050 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P332+313 IF skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Amphotericin B used for?
Amphotericin B is primarily used as an antifungal medication to treat serious fungal infections, including systemic mycoses like aspergillosis, candidiasis, and cryptococcosis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Amphotericin B?
The chemical formula is C₄₇H₇₃NO₁₇, and the molecular weight is 924.08 g/mol.
How should Amphotericin B be stored?
Store Amphotericin B at a temperature between 2 to 8°C to maintain stability and potency.
What grades or purity levels of Amphotericin B does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Amphotericin B in pharmaceutical-grade purity suitable for research and development applications.
Can Molekula supply Amphotericin B in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide Amphotericin B in bulk quantities to meet large-scale research or production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of Amphotericin B?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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