Chloramphenicol
Broad-spectrum antibiotic for bacterial selection, plasmid maintenance, and protein synthesis studies.
Chloramphenicol is a broad-spectrum, bacteriostatic antibiotic widely used in molecular biology. It inhibits bacterial protein synthesis by blocking the peptidyl transferase activity of the 50S ribosomal subunit, stopping elongation.
Originally isolated from Streptomyces venezuelae, it is effective against Gram-positive, Gram-negative, and anaerobic bacteria. In molecular cloning, it is essential for plasmid maintenance and selection of chloramphenicol-resistant bacteria.
For Research Use Only (RUO). Not for use in diagnostic procedures, human or veterinary applications.
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Price: 84.41 €
Detailed information:
Advantages & Features
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Broad-spectrum activity: Gram+ and Gram– bacteria, including anaerobes.
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High purity: 98.0–102.0%.
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Reliable: stringent quality control ensures reproducibility.
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Molecular biology grade: nuclease-free quality.
Specifications
- CAS Number: 56-75-7
- Chemical Formula: C11H12Cl2N2O5
- Molecular Weight: 323.13
- Appearance: White or slightly yellow needle crystals or crystalline
- Assay: 98.0~102.0%
- Loss on drying: < 0.5%
- Solubility: soluble in water (2.5 g/L at 25 °C); soluble in ethanol, methanol, butanol, acetone, ethyl acetate, DMSO and propylene glycol (150.8 mg/ml).
Includes
– 25 g Chloramphenicol
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Datasheet MSDSApplications
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Selection of chloramphenicol-resistant bacteria.
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Plasmid maintenance.
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Protein synthesis studies.
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Chloramphenicol acetyl transferase (CAT) assay.
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Quality Control
- Strict quality controls in every manufacturing step to guarantee the highest quality.
Advice
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Dissolve in ethanol or methanol for stock solutions.
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Filter sterilize before adding to culture medium.
Storage, Shipping & Guarantee
- Shipped in: Gel Pack.
- Storage: -20 °C (NON Frost-Free Freezer).
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Safety Statements
This product is developed, designed and sold exclusively for Research purposes and in vitro use only (RUO). The product was not tested for use in diagnostics or for drug development, nor is it suitable for administration to humans or animals. For more info, please check its Material Safety Data Sheet available in this website.
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FAQs
Q: What is the purity of Canvax Chloramphenicol?
A: 98–102%, verified under strict QC.
Q: What is its mechanism of action?
A: Inhibits peptidyl transferase activity in 50S ribosomal subunit.
Q: What is its main use in molecular biology?
A: Selection of resistant bacteria and plasmid maintenance.
