Molekula
Kanamycin acid sulfate
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Kanamycin acid sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in microbiology and pharmaceutical research for inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. It is effective against a range of Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria. Available with CAS number 64013-70-3, molecular formula C18H40N4O19S2, and molecular weight 680.65 g/mol. Stored at 2 to 8 °C. Hazardous: signal word Danger. Molekula supplies Kanamycin acid sulfate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — £108.80 per pack ex VAT · £130.56 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Almost White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 5.5 - 8.5 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤5.0% |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤0.5% |
| Specific optical rotation | +103 to +123° |
| Assay (dried basis) | ≥670IU/mg |
| Kanamycin B | ≤4% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | 15 - 26% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 24757506 |
| CAS Number | 64013-70-3 |
| 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 |
| Molecular Formula | C18H40N4O19S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 680.65 |
| Exact Mass | 680.1728 |
| 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.OS(=O)(=O)O |
| InChIKey | OGTKIXVMLDAMNU-KNQICTBBSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H36N4O11.2H2O4S/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;2*1-5(2,3)4/h4-18,23-29H,1-3,19-22H2;2*(H2,1,2,3,4)/t4-,5+,6-,7-,8+,9-,10-,11-,12+,13-,14-,15+,16-,17-,18-;;/m1../s1 |
| PubChem CID | 24721551 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2941.90.50.00 |
| 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
- H334 May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled
- H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P231 Handle under inert gas
- 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
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- 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
- Kanamycin A acid sulfate
- Kanamycin A disulfate
- KANAMYCIN ACID SULFATE (EP MONOGRAPH)
- Kanamycin Acid Sulphate
- Kanamycin disulfate
- Kanamycin Disulfate Salt
- Kanamycin disulfate, 670 mg/mg
- KANAMYCINI SULFAS ACIDUS
- OGTKIXVMLDAMNU-KNQICTBBSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is Kanamycin acid sulfate used for?
It is primarily used as an antibiotic in research and pharmaceutical applications, particularly for selecting genetically modified cells in molecular biology.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Kanamycin acid sulfate?
The formula is C18H40N4O19S2 with a molecular weight of 680.65 g/mol.
How should Kanamycin acid sulfate be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C, protected from light and moisture.
What grade is available for Kanamycin acid sulfate?
It is available in high-purity research grade, suitable for laboratory and pharmaceutical use.
Can Molekula supply Kanamycin acid sulfate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Kanamycin acid sulfate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a purchase of Kanamycin acid sulfate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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