| Field | Specification |
|---|---|
| CAS no. | |
| Applications | |
| Source | Microbial — Streptomyces lavendulae |
| Molecular weight | |
| Molecular formula | C22H14N4O4 |
| SMILES | |
| Form | Solid |
| Storage | |
| Shipping | |
| Catalog no. (Mfr.) | |
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Compound Overview
Lavendamycin is a quinolinedione that can be extracted from bacteria and possesses potent antibacterial and antitumor properties[1]. It is an antibiotic sourced from Streptomyces lavendulae, supplied as an orange to reddish brown solid with a molecular formula of C22H14N4O4 and a molecular weight of 398.37 g/mol.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| CAS Number | 81645-09-2 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Formula | C22H14N4O4 |
| Molecular Weight | 398.37 g/mol |
| Appearance | Solid |
| Color | Orange to reddish brown |
| Structure Classification | Antibiotics Other Antibiotics |
| SMILES | O=C(O)C1=C(C2=C(NC3=C2C=CC=C3)C(C4=NC5=C(C=C4)C(C=C(C5=O)N)=O)=N1)C |
| Signaling Pathway | Anti-infection |
| Initial Source | Microbial — Streptomyces lavendulae |
| Storage | Powder: -20°C, 3 years. In solvent: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month. |
| Shipping | Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere. |
Literature Cited
Sources cited in this description. Peer-reviewed publications that used this product are listed under References.
[1]. Characterization of the cytotoxic activities of novel analogues of the antitumor agent, lavendamycin
Safety
For Research Use Only. Not for use in diagnostic or therapeutic procedures, and not for human or veterinary use. Handle in accordance with your institution's chemical hygiene plan.
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