Molekula
Dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate
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Dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic derived from *Streptomyces griseus*, primarily used in veterinary medicine and human health to treat bacterial infections, including tuberculosis and plague. It works by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. This chemical has a CAS number of 5490-27-7, with the molecular formula C21H41N7O12 · 3/2H2SO4 and a molecular weight of 730.71. It must be stored between 2 to 8°C and carries a **Danger** signal word due to its toxicity. Molekula supplies Dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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25 g — £93.30 per pack ex VAT · £111.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Free-flowing white powder |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 20ppm |
| pH | 5.0 - 7.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5.0% |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 1.0% |
| Assay (HPLC) | 94 - 102% |
| Methanol | ≤ 0.2% |
| Specific optical rotation | -83 to -91 |
| Potency | ⩾ 730 IU/mg (dried basis)) |
| Bacterial endotoxins | ≤ 0.50 IU/mg |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | 18 - 21.5% |
| Streptomycin sulfate | ≤ 1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12129709 |
| CAS Number | 5490-27-7 |
| IUPAC Name | bis(2-[(1R,2R,3S,4R,5R,6S)-3-(diaminomethylideneamino)-4-[(2R,3R,4R,5S)-3-[(2S,3S,4S,5R,6S)-4,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)-3-(methylamino)oxan-2-yl]oxy-4-hydroxy-4-(hydroxymethyl)-5-methyloxolan-2-yl]oxy-2,5,6-trihydroxycyclohexyl]guanidine);sulfuric acid |
| Molecular Formula | C21H41N7O12 · 3/2H2SO4 |
| Molecular Weight | 730.71 |
| Exact Mass | 1460.4648 |
| SMILES | C[C@H]1[C@@]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)O[C@@H]2[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)N=C(N)N)O)N=C(N)N)O[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O3)CO)O)O)NC)(CO)O.C[C@H]1[C@@]([C@H]([C@@H](O1)O[C@@H]2[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)N=C(N)N)O)N=C(N)N)O[C@H]3[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H](O3)CO)O)O)NC)(CO)O.OS(=O)(=O)O.OS(=O)(=O)O.OS(=O)(=O)O |
| InChIKey | CZWJCQXZZJHHRH-YCRXJPFRSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2C21H41N7O12.3H2O4S/c2*1-5-21(36,4-30)16(40-17-9(26-2)13(34)10(31)6(3-29)38-17)18(37-5)39-15-8(28-20(24)25)11(32)7(27-19(22)23)12(33)14(15)35;3*1-5(2,3)4/h2*5-18,26,29-36H,3-4H2,1-2H3,(H4,22,23,27)(H4,24,25,28);3*(H2,1,2,3,4)/t2*5-,6-,7+,8-,9-,10-,11+,12-,13-,14+,15+,16-,17-,18-,21+;;;/m00.../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 21653 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2941201000 |
| Tariff Code | 2941203010 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P263 Avoid contact during pregnancy/while nursing
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- CZWJCQXZZJHHRH-YCRXJPFRSA-N
- Dihydrostreptomycin sequisulphate
- Dihydrostreptomycin sulfate
- Dihydrostreptomycin sulphate
- Pfizer-Strep
- Sulfate, Dihydrostreptomycin
Frequently asked questions
What is dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate used for?
Dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate is primarily used as an antibiotic to treat bacterial infections, including plague, tularemia, and certain types of tuberculosis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate?
The chemical formula is **C₂₁H₄₁N₇O₁₂ · 3/2H₂SO₄**, and the molecular weight is **730.71 g/mol**.
What safety classification does dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate have?
The product is classified with the **signal word 'Danger'** due to its hazardous properties.
How should dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate be stored?
Store at **2 to 8°C** to maintain stability and potency.
Does Molekula supply dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities of dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate based on customer requirements.
What documentation is provided with an order of dihydrostreptomycin sesquisulfate?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability.
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