Molekula
Kanamycin base
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Kanamycin base is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in microbiology and pharmaceutical research for inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis. It is effective against a broad range of Gram-negative and some Gram-positive bacteria. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 8063-07-8, molecular formula C₁₈H₃₆N₄O₁₁, and molecular weight 484.4986 g/mol. Stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Kanamycin base 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 — £62.60 per pack ex VAT · £75.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off white powder |
| Loss on Drying | <1.0% |
| Assay | ≥850u/mg |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 100 °C |
| Transport Class | Not regulated |
| Acidity | Base |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| pKa | pKa = 7.2 |
Source: PubChem CID 6032 (HSDB)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 56564516 |
| CAS Number | 8063-07-8 |
| 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 |
| EC Number | 232-512-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₈H₃₆N₄O₁₁ |
| Molecular Weight | 484.4986 |
| Exact Mass | 484.2381 |
| 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 |
| InChIKey | SBUJHOSQTJFQJX-NOAMYHISSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C18H36N4O11/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/h4-18,23-29H,1-3,19-22H2/t4-,5+,6-,7-,8+,9-,10-,11-,12+,13-,14-,15+,16-,17-,18-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 6032 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2941.90.5090 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H360FD May damage fertility. May damage the unborn child.
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
- P405 Store locked up
- P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, German, Spanish, French, Italian, Portuguese, Arabic, Dutch.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- Kanamicina
- kanamycin
- KANAMYCIN A
- Kanamycin A Deuterated
- Kanamycin Complex
- Kanamycin sulfate
- Kanamycine
- Kanamycins
- Kanamycinum
- Kantrex
Frequently asked questions
What is Kanamycin base used for?
Kanamycin base is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in research and industrial applications to inhibit bacterial protein synthesis, commonly in cell culture and microbiology studies.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Kanamycin base?
The chemical formula is C₁₈H₃₆N₄O₁₁ with a molecular weight of 484.4986 g/mol.
How should Kanamycin base be stored?
Kanamycin base should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of Kanamycin base is available?
Molekula supplies Kanamycin base in research grade, suitable for laboratory and non-pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply Kanamycin base in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Kanamycin base in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Kanamycin base order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
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