Product Name
Spectinomycin dihydrochloride pentahydrate
Product Overview
Spectinomycin is an aminocyclitol antibiotic derived from Streptomyces spectabilis. Spectinomycin can be used as a selection marker in plant related transformation systems for plant cells containing the marker gene Spcr. This product is an synthetic (inorganic) product. It is suitable for cell culture. CAS NO.22189-32-8. Endotoxin tested.
Description
Mode of Action: Spectinomycin acts by inhibiting protein synthesis and elongation by binding to the bacterial 30S ribosomal subunit and interfering with peptidyl tRNA translocation.
Notes
Solutions can be stored at 2-8 centigrade for several weeks or at -20 centigrade for more extended periods.
Storage
Store at 2-8 centigrade.
Solubility
50 mg soluble in 1mL of water.
Molecular Formula
C14H24N2O7 · 2HCl · 5H2O.