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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Vancomycin hydrochloride, Molecular Biology Grade
Description
Inhibits bacterial mucopeptide synthesis.Vancomycin hydrochloride is used as an antiviral and anti bacterial. binds to bacterial cell wall. It exhibits potent activity against Gram positive bacteria and is highly effective against MRSA.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
General Description
- Vancomycin hydrochloride is a glycopeptide antibiotic that prevents cell wall synthesis
- Originally obtained from the bacterial strain Streptomyces Orientalis
- Vancomycin binds to D-alanyl-D-alanine motifs in cell wall precursors and leads to cell death
- It is active against some penicillin-resistant bacteria
Application
- Vancomycin hydrochloride is intended for use in the research of infections and for antibiotic resistance testing
Specifications
Specifications
Type | Vancomycin Hydrochloride |
Physical Form | Powder |
Color | White |
Quantity | 5 g |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Beilstein | 3704657 |
Merck Index | 149929 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water; Slightly soluble in methanol,ethanol and dimethylsulfoxide. |
Formula Weight | 1485.73 |
Grade | Molecular Biology |
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Safety and Handling
- Vancomycin hydrochloride, Molecular Biology Grade
- Warning
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 2
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- Specific target organ toxicity Category 3
- H315-Causes skin irritation.
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H319-Causes serious eye irritation.
- H335-May cause respiratory irritation.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P302+P352-IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/soap.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Vancomycin hydrochloride
RUO – Research Use Only
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