Chloramphenicol (CAS 56-75-7) – USP Grade
Catalog Number: AS-2042
CAS Number: 56-75-7
Purity: ≥98%
Molecular Formula: C₁₁H₁₂Cl₂N₂O₅
Molecular Weight: 323.13 g/mol
Form: Off-white to light yellow crystalline powder
Grade: USP Grade
 
Product Overview
Chloramphenicol (AS-2042) is a broad-spectrum antibiotic that functions by inhibiting bacterial protein synthesis through binding to the 50S ribosomal subunit. It is widely used in microbiological, cell culture, and molecular biology laboratories for its potent bacteriostatic activity.
This product is suitable for the preparation of selective media and is commonly employed in studies of antimicrobial resistance, recombinant cell line selection, and bacterial inhibition in mixed cultures.
 
Applications
Preparation of selective microbiological media
Research on bacterial resistance mechanisms
Inhibition of microbial contamination in cell cultures
Molecular cloning and gene expression studies
 
Storage & Stability
Store at 2–8 °C in a tightly sealed container
Protect from moisture and direct sunlight
Shelf life: 2 years under recommended conditions
 
⚠ Regulatory Notice
This material is supplied for laboratory research use only. It is not intended for human or veterinary use, drug development, or clinical applications. The purchaser is responsible for complying with all relevant laws and regulations regarding the use of this product.