6-Aminopenicillanic Acid

- Overview
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    Background
    
    6-Aminopenicillanic Acid interferes with the synthesis of bacterial cell walls of Gram-positive bacteria.
- Properties
  - CAS Number
    
    551-16-6
    
    Molecular Formula
    
    C8H12N2O3S
    
    Molecular Weight
    
    216.26
    
    Appearance
    
    White or almost white crystalline powder
    
    Other Properties
    
    Source: Penicillium
    PH: 3.5 – 4.5
    Assay: ≥ 96.0%
    Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.20%
    Absorbance: 425nm - <0.025; 500nm - ≥ 90.0%
    Optical Rotation: +265.0°-+285.0°
    Identification: IR, HPLC - Passes test
    
    Storage
    
    2-8°C
    
    * For research use only
- Applications
  - Application Description
    
    Spectrum: Gram-positive bacteria.
    
    Eukaryotic Cell Culture Applications: The coating of (+)-6-Aminopenicillanic Acid on silver nanoparticles (6APA-AgNPs), can impart an ability to detect chromium (IV) in human erythrocytes.