Bacitracin

Bacitracin

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Bacitracin Powder

Polypeptide Antibiotic (Research Grade)
Catalog Number: AS-2033

Product Information

  • Catalog Number: AS-2033

  • CAS Number: 1405-87-4

  • Molecular Formula: C₆₆H₁₀₃N₁₇O₁₆S

  • Molecular Weight: 1422.70 g/mol

  • Form: Powder

Overview

Bacitracin is a polypeptide antibiotic widely used in microbiological research for its activity against Gram-positive bacteria. It exerts its antibacterial effect by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis, specifically by interfering with the dephosphorylation of bactoprenol, a lipid carrier essential for peptidoglycan transport across the cytoplasmic membrane.

This disruption prevents proper assembly of the bacterial cell wall, leading to growth inhibition and cell death in susceptible organisms. Due to its well-defined mechanism of action, bacitracin is commonly employed as a selective agent, reference antibiotic, and research tool in studies of bacterial cell envelope biosynthesis and resistance mechanisms.

Applications

  • Microbiological research and method development

  • Selective inhibition of Gram-positive bacteria in culture media

  • Studies of bacterial cell wall biosynthesis

  • Antimicrobial susceptibility and resistance research

Mechanism of Action

Bacitracin inhibits cell wall synthesis by blocking the dephosphorylation of bactoprenol pyrophosphate, preventing the transport of peptidoglycan precursors required for cell wall assembly.

Key Features & Benefits

  • Polypeptide antibiotic with a well-characterised mechanism

  • Strong activity against Gram-positive bacteria

  • Useful as a selective or reference compound in laboratory studies

  • Supplied in consistent research-grade quality

Storage & Stability

  • Store in a cool, dry place

  • Protect from moisture and light

  • Keep container tightly closed when not in use

Intended Use

For laboratory research use only.
Not for human or animal use.

Quality & Compliance

  • Supplied for research and laboratory applications

  • Manufactured and handled under controlled conditions

  • SDS and COA available upon request

Customs & Trade Information

HS / AHECC Code: 2941.90.00
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