Polymyxin B nonapeptide hydrochloride

CAS: 86408-36-8

Ref. 3D-AP182838

Product Information

• Name: Polymyxin B nonapeptide hydrochloride
• Brand: Biosynth

Description

Polymyxin B nonapeptide hydrochloride is a potent antibiotic compound derived from the bacterium *Bacillus polymyxa*. As a cationic polypeptide, it exhibits its antibacterial activity by interacting with the lipopolysaccharides and phospholipids in the bacterial cell membrane, leading to increased permeability and ultimately causing cell lysis. The compound is specifically effective against a broad range of Gram-negative bacteria, making it crucial in studying antibiotic resistance mechanisms.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 963.14 g/mol
• Formula: C₄₃H₇₄N₁₄O₁₁•(HCl)x
• Purity: Min. 95%