Cefazolin Sodium Salt

Cefazolin Sodium Salt

Research-Grade Cephalosporin Antibiotic
Catalog Number: AS-2026

Product Information

• Catalog Number: AS-2026

• CAS Number: 27164-46-1

• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₃N₈NaO₄S₃

• Molecular Weight: 476.49 g/mol

• Form: Powder

Overview

Cefazolin Sodium Salt is a first-generation cephalosporin-class antibiotic widely used in microbiological and pharmaceutical research. It exerts antibacterial activity by inhibiting bacterial cell wall synthesis through interaction with penicillin-binding proteins (PBPs), leading to loss of cell wall integrity and inhibition of bacterial growth under laboratory conditions.

The compound shows strong activity against Gram-positive bacteria, with more limited activity against certain Gram-negative organisms. In research laboratories, cefazolin sodium salt is commonly employed as a selective agent in culture media, antimicrobial reference compound, and tool for studying β-lactam antibiotic mechanisms and resistance.

Applications

• Microbiological research and method development

• Selective agent in microbial culture media

• Studies of bacterial cell wall synthesis and β-lactam antibiotics

• Antimicrobial susceptibility and resistance research

Mechanism of Action

Cefazolin inhibits the transpeptidation step of peptidoglycan synthesis by binding to PBPs. This disrupts bacterial cell wall assembly, resulting in impaired growth and cell death under susceptible conditions.

Key Features & Benefits

• Cephalosporin antibiotic with a well-defined mechanism of action

• Effective against a broad range of Gram-positive bacteria

• Suitable for use as a reference or selective agent in laboratory studies

• Supplied with consistent quality and documentation

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
Antibiotics and related compounds