Molekula
Kanamycin sulfate
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Kanamycin sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections, particularly in research and clinical microbiology. It inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by binding to the 30S ribosomal subunit. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 582.57 g/mol, CAS number 70560-51-9, and molecular formula C18H38N4O15S. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Hazard symbol: Danger. Molekula supplies Kanamycin 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 — £31.10 per pack ex VAT · £37.32 inc. VAT
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25 g — £71.60 per pack ex VAT · £85.92 inc. VAT
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100 g — £161.70 per pack ex VAT · £194.04 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| pH | 7.0 - 10.0 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 3.0% |
| Assay | ≥ 760u/mg |
| Sulphated Ash | ≤ 0.5% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.5% |
| Specific optical rotation | +116 to +123 |
| Kanamycin B | ≤ 4.0% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | 15.0 - 17.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Base |
For research use only. Not for human use.
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 15202460 |
| CAS Number | 70560-51-9 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-(aminomethyl)-6-[4,6-diamino-3-[4-amino-3,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy-2-hydroxycyclohexyl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol;sulfuric acid |
| Molecular Formula | C18H38N4O15S |
| Molecular Weight | 582.57 |
| Exact Mass | 582.2054 |
| SMILES | C1C(C(C(C(C1N)OC2C(C(C(C(O2)CN)O)O)O)O)OC3C(C(C(C(O3)CO)O)N)O)N.OS(=O)(=O)O |
| InChIKey | OOYGSFOGFJDDHP-UHFFFAOYSA-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) |
| PubChem CID | 32943 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29419010 |
| Tariff Code | 2941900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- 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
Precautionary statements
- P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- KANAMYCIN MONO SULFATE
- Kanamycin Monosulphate
- Kanamycin sulfate (1:1) (salt)
- Kanamycin sulfate from Streptomyces kanamyceticus powder
- kanamycin sulfate mixture of components A
- Kanamycin sulfate mixture OF components A,B and C
- Klebcil
- OOYGSFOGFJDDHP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- Prestwick_596
- s2315
Frequently asked questions
What is Kanamycin sulfate used for?
Kanamycin sulfate is an aminoglycoside antibiotic used in research and microbiology to select for antibiotic-resistant cells in bacterial cultures.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Kanamycin sulfate?
The formula is C18H38N4O15S with a molecular weight of 582.57 g/mol.
How should Kanamycin sulfate be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C; protect from light and moisture to maintain stability.
What grade of Kanamycin sulfate is available?
Available in research grade for laboratory use; not intended for human or animal consumption.
Can Molekula supply Kanamycin sulfate in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Kanamycin sulfate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation is available upon request.
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