Antibiotics are antimicrobial compounds used in the treatment and prevention of bacterial infection. They can either kill or they can inhibit the growth of bacteria. Several antibiotics are also effective against fungi and protozoans. Some are toxic to humans and animals, even when given in therapeutic dosages. Antibacterial antibiotics are commonly classified based on their mechanism of action, chemical structure, or spectrum of activity. Most antibiotics target bacterial metabolic functions or growth processes. Those antibiotics that interfere with the function of essential bacterial enzymes, or that target the bacterial cell wall or the cell membrane, are usually bactericidal. Those that target protein synthesis are usually bacteriostatic. Further categorizations can be made based on target specificity. Use of antibiotics is essential in retaining the purity of particular selection factors in populations of cells. In recent years antibiotics have been found to be valuable in a wide range of life science disciplines. Fermentek has had particular success in manufacturing antibiotics using fermentation processes.

Puromycin dihydrochloride

Puromycin dihydrochloride
Molecular Formula
C22H29N7O5·(HCl)2
M.W.
544.43
CAS number
58-58-2
MSDS
Source
Streptomyces alboniger
Fermentek product Code
PUR-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to Off-White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
≥160°C (dec.)
Solubility test
Clear, slightly brown solution at 50mg/ml of water
Names and identifiers

Synonyms: 

  • Stylomycin
  • Achromycin

IUAPC name: 3'-deoxy-N,N-dimethyl-3'-[(O-methyl-L-tyrosyl)amino]adenosine dihydrochloride

RTECS AU7355000

EU number
200-388-3
Chemical name
Adenosine, 3'-​[[(2S)​-​2-​amino-​3-​(4-​methoxyphenyl)​-​1-​oxopropyl]​amino]​-​3'-​deoxy-​N,​N-​dimethyl-​, hydrochloride (1:2)
Description

Puromycin is a protein synthesis inhibitor. It causes premature chain termination.

InChl Key
RYSMHWILUNYBFW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CN(C)C1=NC=NC2=C1N=CN2C3C(C(C(O3)CO)N)O
Isomeric SMILES
CN(C)C1=NC=NC2=C1N=CN2[C@H]3[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O3)CO)NC(=O)[C@H](CC4=CC=C(C=C4)OC)N)O.Cl.Cl
Compound Classification
  • Nucleoside antibiotic.
  • Protein synthesis inhibitor
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from moisture
Protect from light !
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Puromycin is an antibiotic used for selecting mammalian cell lines, which have been transformed by vectors that express puromycin-N-acetyl-transferase. Puromycin is also a Antineoplastic agent. Puromycin possesses antoprotozoal activities (against Trypanozoma)

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Puromycin is available also in "Animal-Free version", please inquire.
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Title
RTECS verified toxicity LD50 oral mouse
Value
LD50 720 mg/ml
Signal to sort
P

Puromycin Aminonucleoside

Puromycin Aminonucleoside
Molecular Formula
C12H18N6O3
M.W.
294.30
CAS number
58-60-6
MSDS
Source
Semisynthetic (from Puromycin)
Fermentek product Code
PAN-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
220°C-230°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 50 mg/ml DMSO;
Clear colorless solution at 10 mg/ml water
Names and identifiers

RTECS: AU7337000

EU number
200-387-8
Description

Puromycin Aminonucleoside is a puromycin analog which does not inhibit protein synthesis or induce apoptosis

InChl Key
MKSVFGKWZLUTTO-FZFAUISWSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CN(C)C1=NC=NC2=C1N=CN2C3C(C(C(O3)CO)NC(=O)C(CC4=CC=C(C=C4)OC)N)O.Cl.Cl
Isomeric SMILES
CN(C)C1=NC=NC2=C1N=CN2[C@H]3[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O3)CO)NC(=O)[C@H](CC4=CC=C(C=C4)OC)N)O.Cl.Cl
Solubility ( literature )

Water

Compound Classification
  • Nucleoside antibiotic
  • Protein synthesis inhibitor

 

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Retest time
3 Years
Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Semi-Synthetic
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Deleted CAS Numbers
Value
28315-29-9 ; 54833-68-0 ; 136680-68-7
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Signal to sort
P

Parthenolide

Parthenolide
Molecular Formula
C15H20O3
M.W.
248.32
CAS number
20554-84-1
Source
Tanacetum parthenium
Fermentek product Code
PAR-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White crystalline solid.
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
112°C-118°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 50mg/ml Dichloromethane; Clear colorless solution at 50mg/ml DMSO
Names and identifiers

IUPAC name: (1aR,4E,7aS,10aS,10bS)-1a,5-Dimethyl-8-methylene-2,3,6,7,7a,8,10a,10b-octahydrooxireno[9,10]cyclodeca[1,2-b]furan-9(1aH)-one

RTECS: LY4220000

EU number
692-532-0
Chemical name
Parthenolide
Description

Parthenolide is a sesquiterpene lactone and active principle of feverfew (Chrysanthemum parthenium)

InChl Key
KTEXNACQROZXEV-PVLRGYAZSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1=CCCC2(C(O2)C3C(CC1)C(=C)C(=O)O3)C
Isomeric SMILES
C/C/1=C\CC[C@@]2([C@H](O2)[C@@H]3[C@@H](CC1)C(=C)C(=O)O3)C
Solubility ( literature )

DMSO (100 mg/ml), Ethanol (20 mg/ml), Dichloromethane.

Compound Classification
  • sesquiterpene lactone

MAP kinase inhibitor

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Other vendors may recommend +2 to +8°C storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Parthenolide has anti-inflammatory, antisecretory and spasmolytic activity. It Inhibits the release of various mediators. It inhibits activation of MAP kinase.

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Signal to sort
P

Nonactin

Nonactin
Molecular Formula
C40H64O12
M.W.
736.93
CAS number
6833-84-7
Source
Streptomyces griseus var griseus
Fermentek product Code
NON-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White needle-like crystals.
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
145°C-146°C
Crystallinity
Crystalline
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10mg/ml Dichloromethane or 10mg/ml DMSO


Names and identifiers
  • Ammonium Ionophore.
  • Werramycin-A.
  • Polynactin

RTECS: RH1685000

EU number
229-911-3
Description

Nonactin from Streptomyces Griseus: a mixture of the two homolog macrotetrolide antibiotics: Nonactin, Monactin. Nonactin is not less than 80%, ballanced by Monactin only. The mixture does not contain any other natcins, such as Dinactin, Trinactin, Tetranactin. Nonactin batches released since May 2010 are better than 95% Nonactin by NMR; detailed information is available on request.

InChl Key
RMIXHJPMNBXMBU-QIIXEHPYSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1CC2CCC(O2)C(C(=O)OC(CC3CCC(O3)C(C(=O)OC(CC4CCC(O4)C(C(=O)OC(CC5CCC(O5)C(C(=O)O1)C)C)C)C)C)C)C
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H]1C[C@H]2CC[C@H](O2)[C@@H](C(=O)O[C@H](C[C@@H]3CC[C@@H](O3)[C@H](C(=O)O[C@@H](C[C@H]4CC[C@H](O4)[C@@H](C(=O)O[C@H](C[C@@H]5CC[C@@H](O5)[C@H](C(=O)O1)C)C)C)C)C)C)C
Solubility ( literature )

soluble in Methanol, Dichloromethane, Ethyl Acetate, DMSO.

Insoluble in water

Storage, handling
Refrigerate upon arrival, at +2°C to +8°C
Hygroscopic substance.
Protect from moisture
Open carefully.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Nonactin has an inhibitory effects on the P170 glycoprotein-mediated efflux of chemotherapeutic agents in multiple-drug-resistant cancer cells.

Nonactin, a natural mixture of macrotetrolides, was used in agriculture under the name trade POLYNACTIN. Nonactin has been reported to specifically inhibit the processing of cytoplasmic precursor proteins destined for the mitochondria.

Nonactin is used in urea and ammonium specific electrodes.

Disclaimer
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Fermentek Product Category
Signal to sort
N

Nigericin

Nigericin (sodium salt)
Molecular Formula
C40H67O11∙Na
M.W.
746.93
CAS number
28643-80-3 (sodium salt)
MSDS
Source
Streptomyces hygroscopicus
Fermentek product Code
NIG-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10mg/ml of Dichloromethane
Names and identifiers

Polyetherin A; Azalomycin M; Helixin C ;

RTECS QT6825000

EU number
608-231-4
Description

Nigericin is a polyether antibiotic which affects ion transport and ATPase activity in mitochondria.

Nigericin is produced by Streptomyces hygroscopicus. Nigericin, an ionophore and antibiotic, is supplied as a sodium salt.

Nigericin is one of the compounds successfully tested as a feed additive, displaying a significant effect on milk production in cattle. In vitro, nigericin has broad biological activity against Gram positive bacteria, fungi, tumor cell lines and some viruses, including HIV.

InChl Key
MOYOTUKECQMGHE-NTQCAYBPSA-M
Canonical SMILES
CC1CCC(OC1C(C)C(=O)[O-])CC2CC(C(C3(O2)C(CC(O3)(C)C4CCC(O4)(C)C5C(CC(O5)C6C(CC(C(O6)(CO)O)C)C)C)C)C)OC.[Na+]
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@H]1CC[C@@H](OC1[C@@H](C)C(=O)[O-])C[C@@H]2C[C@H]([C@H]([C@@]3(O2)[C@@H](C[C@@](O3)(C)C4CC[C@@](O4)(C)C5[C@H](C[C@@H](O5)[C@@H]6[C@H](C[C@H]([C@@](O6)(CO)O)C)C)C)C)C)OC.[Na+]
Solubility ( literature )

DMSO, Ethanol, petrol ether. Not soluble in water

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Open carefully – Lyophilized solid under vacuum
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Disrupts the membrane potential and stimulates ATPase activity in mitochondria.

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Shipped at ambient temperature
Shipped in amber-glass vials
Available since
Title
More about
Value
Nigericin f.a.; cas 28380-24-7 rtecs QT6825000, mouse oral ld50=190 mg/kg
Fermentek Product Category
Signal to sort
N

Myriocin

Myriocin
Molecular Formula
C21H39NO6
M.W.
401.54
CAS number
35891-70-4
MSDS
Source
Mycelia sterilia (fungus)
Fermentek product Code
MYR-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White to Off-White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥95% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
164°C-184°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 2mg/ml of Methanol (slight heating),
Clear colorless solution at 5mg/ml of DMSO (slight heating)
Names and identifiers
  • Myriocin
  • Thermozymocidin,
  • ISP-I
  • (2S,3R,4R,6E)-2-Amino-3,4-dihydroxy-2-(hydroxymethyl)-14-oxo-6-eicosenoic acid
EU number
636-862-5
Description

Fungal antibiotic, atypic amino acid, immunomodulator, serine palmitoyltransferase inhibitor, apoptosis inducer.

InChl Key
ZZIKIHCNFWXKDY-GNTQXERDSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CCCCCCC(=O)CCCCCCC=CCC(C(C(CO)(C(=O)O)N)O)O
Isomeric SMILES
CCCCCCC(=O)CCCCCC/C=C/C[C@H]([C@@H]([C@@](CO)(C(=O)O)N)O)O
Solubility ( literature )

Myriocin is slightly soluble in DMSO, alcohols.Myriocin is insoluble in water and in most organic solvents.

Compound Classification
  • amino-acid antibiotic
  • immunosupressor
  • serine palmitoyltransferase inhibitor
Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from moisture
Protect from light !
Open carefully.
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Myriocin, a potent inhibitor of serine palmitoyltransferase,a (the 1st step in sphingosine biosynthesis), is used in biochemical research as a tool for depleting cells of sphingolipids. Myriocin is a potent immunosuppressor, reportedly 10 to 100 times stronger than cyclosporin.

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Shipped at ambient temperature
Transport safety: class 6.1 PG III
Available since
Title
Toxicity oral mouse LD50
Value
300 miligram/kg
Signal to sort
M

Mycophenolic acid

Mycophenolic acid
Molecular Formula
C17H20O6
M.W.
320.34
CAS number
24280-93-1
Source
Penicillium brevicompactum
Fermentek product Code
MPA-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
138°C-146°C
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 10mg/ml Methanol,
Clear colorless solution at 50mg/ml DMSO
EU number
246-119-3
Description

fatty acid antibiotic

InChl Key
HPNSFSBZBAHARI-RUDMXATFSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1=C(C(=C(C2=C1COC2=O)O)CC=C(C)CCC(=O)O)OC
Isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(C(=C(C2=C1COC2=O)O)C/C=C(\C)/CCC(=O)O)OC
Solubility ( literature )

DMSO, Ethanol, Methanol, Dichloromethane. Insoluble in water

Compound Classification

Immunosupressor

Purine nucleotide synthesis inhibitor

Retest time
3 Years
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Title
toxicity oral mouse LD50
Value
1 gr/kg
Title
toxicity oral rat LD50
Value
352 mg/kg
Fermentek Product Category
Signal to sort
M

Mycophenolate Mofetil

Mycophenolate Mofetil
Molecular Formula
C23H31NO7
M.W.
433.49
CAS number
128794-94-5
Source
synthetic
Fermentek product Code
MYM-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
White powder
Purity by HPLC
≥95% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Solubility test
Clear colorless solution at 50mg/ml DMSO
Names and identifiers

2-Morpholinoethyl (E)-6-(4-hydroxy-6-methoxy-7-methyl-3-oxo-5-phthalanyl)-4-methyl-4-hexenoate systematic name: 4-Hexenoic acid, 6-(1,3-dihydro-4-hydroxy-6-methoxy-7-methyl-3-oxo-5-isobenzofuranyl)-4-methyl-, 2-(4-morpholinyl)ethyl ester, (E)-

RTECS No : MP7746700

EU number
627-027-6
Description

Morpholinoethyl ester of Mycophenolic acid

InChl Key
RTGDFNSFWBGLEC-SYZQJQIISA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1=C(C(=C(C2=C1COC2=O)O)CC=C(C)CCC(=O)OCCN3CCOCC3)
Solubility ( literature )

Acetone: freely soluble.Methanol: solubleEthanol: Sparingly solubleNeutral water: about 40 µg/mLWater acidified to pH 4: about 4 mg/ml

Compound Classification

Immunomodulator, Immunosuppressor

Storage, handling
-18°C
Retest time
3 Years
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Deleted CAS Numbers
Value
115007-34-6; 140401-05-4
Title
Transport information
Value
Not hazardous for transport
Fermentek Product Category
Signal to sort
M

Mitomycin C

Mitomycin C
Molecular Formula
C15H18N4O5
M.W.
334.30
CAS number
50-07-7
MSDS
Source
Streptomyces caespitous
Fermentek product Code
MTC-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
Blue-violet solid
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Solubility test
Clear blue-violet solution at 10mg/ml Methanol
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

  • mutamycin
  • ametycin, 
  • mitocin-C,

IUPAC name:
{11-Amino-7-methoxy-12-methyl-10,13-dioxo-2,5-diazatetracyclo[7.4.0.02,7.04,6]trideca-1(9),11-dien-8-yl}methyl carbamate

RTECS: CN0700000

 

EU number
200-008-6
Description

Mitomycin C is an anti-tumor antibiotic that binds covalently to DNA.

Mitomycin C has also antibacterial properties.

InChl Key
NWIBSHFKIJFRCO-WUDYKRTCSA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1=C(C(=O)C2=C(C1=O)N3CC4C(C3(C2COC(=O)N)OC)N4)N
Isomeric SMILES
CC1=C(C(=O)C2=C(C1=O)N3C[C@H]4[C@@H]([C@@]3([C@@H]2COC(=O)N)OC)N4)N
Solubility ( literature )

Soluble is Methanol; Soluble in water.

Compound Classification

Indolequinone antibiotic.

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Use the original container to store the product.
Keep the lid tightly closed.
Other vendors may recommend storage at 4ºC
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

Mitomycin C is also available as a a 4% mixture in NaCL. See "Mitomycin C+NaCL" Sample CoA

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since

Mithramycin A

Mithramycin A
Molecular Formula
C52H76O24
M.W.
1 085.00
CAS number
18378-89-7
MSDS
Source
Streptomyces argillaceus
Fermentek product Code
MTA-001
Brand/grade
For research
Appearance
Yellow powder
Purity by HPLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Purity By TLC
≥98% ; refer to CoA for more data
Melting point
175°C-185°C
Solubility test
Clear yellowish solution at 100mg/ml DMSO
Names and identifiers

Synonyms:

  • Mithramycin
  • Plicamycin
  • Aureolic acid

RTECS: PZ2800000

EU number
634-048-4
Description

Oligosaccharide antibiotic, a RNA synthesis inhibitor.

InChl Key
CFCUWKMKBJTWLW-BKHRDMLASA-N
Canonical SMILES
CC1C(C(CC(O1)OC2CC(OC(C2O)C)OC3=CC4=CC5=C(C(=O)C(C(C5)C(C(=O)C(C(C)O)O)OC)OC6CC(C(C(O6)C)O)OC7CC(C(C(O7)C)O)OC8CC(C(C(O8)C)O)(C)O)C(=C4C(=C3C)O)O)O)O
Isomeric SMILES
C[C@@H]1[C@H]([C@@H](C[C@@H](O1)O[C@@H]2C[C@@H](O[C@@H]([C@H]2O)C)OC3=CC4=CC5=C(C(=O)[C@H]([C@@H](C5)[C@@H](C(=O)[C@H]([C@@H](C)O)O)OC)O[C@H]6C[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O6)C)O)O[C@H]7C[C@H]([C@H]([C@H](O7)C)O)O[C@H]8C[C@]([C@@H]([C@H](O8)C)O)(C)O)C(=C4C(=C3C)O)O)O)O
Solubility ( literature )

DMSO, Methanol, Ethanol

Compound Classification

Anthracycline Pentaglycosidic antibiotic.

RNA synthesis inhibitor

Storage, handling
Store in a freezer upon arrival, at -10°C to -25°C
Protect from moisture
Avoid exposing to strong direct light.
Store under argon.
Other vendors may recommend higher temperatures for storage.
Retest time
3 Years
Applications

DNA binding fluorescent dye. Until 2000 it was used to reduce high levels of plasma calcium. Used as an antineoplastic agent in the treatment of testicular cancer, Paget's disease of bone, and, rarely, the management of hypercalcemia.

Disclaimer
For Research use only
Not for Human or Drug use
Not extracted from humans or animals
Refer to MSDS for further safety and handling instructions
Ingredient type
Fermentek product
Available since
Title
Transport information
Value
Not dangerous goods
Title
Deleted CAS numbers
Value
1395-17-1; 1403-98-1; 12708-66-6; 12708-67-7; 23973-19-5; 97666-60-9; 219612-19-8; 744999-90-4; 807260-73-7; 826336-23-6; 899900-19-7; 1195235-16-5
Title
CN code
Value
29419000
Title
toxicity by RTECS
Value
LD50 oral mouse 500 mg/kg
Title
toxicity by RTECS
Value
TDLo oral human 50 ug/kg* 5D
Title
EPA USA status
Value
EPA GENETOX PROGRAM 1988, Positive: CHO gene mutation
Signal to sort
M