Molekula
Kanamycin A Sulfate (Ox)
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Kanamycin A Sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic widely used in microbiology to inhibit bacterial growth selectively in culture media, targeting Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria. This powdered compound has a CAS number of 25389-94-0, molecular formula C18H36N4O11·H2O4S, and a molecular weight of 582.58 g/mol. It is stored at ambient temperature with a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous properties. Molekula supplies Kanamycin A Sulfate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Specific rotation | +116° to +123° |
| pH | 7.0 - 9.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.5% |
| Assay | ≥765 Kanamycin units/mg |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.5% |
| Clarity in Solution | ≤1 |
| Bacterial endotoxins | <0.4 EU/1000 |
| Solution Colour | Yellow-green (No2) |
| Kanamycin B | ≤2.0% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | 15.0 - 17.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90038518 |
| CAS Number | 25389-94-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(aminomethyl)-6-[(1R,2R,3S,4R,6S)-4,6-diamino-3-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-4-amino-3,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy-2-hydroxycyclohexyl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol;sulfuric acid |
| EC Number | 223-347-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H36N4O11 · H2O4S |
| Molecular Weight | 582.58 |
| Exact Mass | 582.2054 |
| SMILES | C1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1N)O[C@@H]2[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CN)O)O)O)O)O[C@@H]3[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O3)CO)O)N)O)N.OS(=O)(=O)O |
| InChIKey | OOYGSFOGFJDDHP-KMCOLRRFSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H36N4O11.H2O4S/c19-2-6-10(25)12(27)13(28)18(30-6)33-16-5(21)1-4(20)15(14(16)29)32-17-11(26)8(22)9(24)7(3-23)31-17;1-5(2,3)4/h4-18,23-29H,1-3,19-22H2;(H2,1,2,3,4)/t4-,5+,6-,7-,8+,9-,10-,11-,12+,13-,14-,15+,16-,17-,18-;/m1./s1 |
| PubChem CID | 441374 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419010 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- 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
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Kanamycin A Sulfate used for?
Kanamycin A Sulfate is primarily used as an aminoglycoside antibiotic to treat bacterial infections, particularly in veterinary medicine and research applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Kanamycin A Sulfate?
The chemical formula is **C₁₈H₃₆N₄O₁₁·H₂O₄S**, and the molecular weight is **582.58 g/mol**.
How should Kanamycin A Sulfate be stored?
Store at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.
What grades of Kanamycin A Sulfate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **pharmaceutical-grade Kanamycin A Sulfate** for research and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply Kanamycin A Sulfate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can provide Kanamycin A Sulfate in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a Kanamycin A Sulfate order?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation.
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