Bleomycin A5 hydrochloride

CAS: 11116-32-8

Ref. 3D-AB183381

Product Information

• Name: Bleomycin A5 hydrochloride
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Bleomycin A5 hydrochloride is an antineoplastic antibiotic, which is derived from the bacterium Streptomyces verticillus. Its mode of action involves binding to DNA and inducing strand breaks through the generation of free radicals, specifically targeting deoxyribose units. This leads to the inhibition of DNA synthesis and cell division, ultimately resulting in cell death.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 1,177.03 g/mol
• Formula: C₅₇H₈₉N₁₉O₂₁S₂•HCl
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Powder