An extremely broad-spectrum semi-synthetic antibiotic.
Melting Point: 193-198 degrees C (decomposes)
Atmosphere: Air
Solubility: DMSO, Methanol (sparingly)
Method for Determining Identity: Proton NMR spectroscopic analysis
TCL Conditions: SiO2; Methanol: Water (6:1); Visualized with UV and AMCS; Singe spot (Rf= 0.38)
Specific Rotation: +76.9 degrees (c= 0.058; 0.1M potassium phosphate, pH 7)
Water Content (Karl Fischer): 7%
Elemental Analysis: 45.11% C; 6.03% H; 13.02% N
Storage and Stability:
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20 degrees C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.