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Description

Synthetic quinolone antibiotic, discovered as a byproduct of quinine manufacturing. It is bacteriostatic and inhibits DNA gyrase subunit A, preventing DNA synthesis.

  • An inhibitor of bacterial DNA polymerase
  • Possible risk of irreversible side effects.
  • For in vitro lab use only. Not for human use or consumption.

Properties

Grade

High Purity Grade

Shelf life

3 years

Storage Temperature

2-8°C

RTECS #

QN2885000

European Com.#

206-864-7

Purity

>98%

Appearance color

White to yellow

Appearance form

Powder

Molecular Formula

C12H12N2O3

Molecular Weight

232.24

Density

1.33 g/cm3

Melting point

227 - 229°C

Boiling point

413.1°C at 760 mmHg

Solubility (@ RT)

Chloroform: 50 mg/mL
Ethanol: 0.9 mg/mL at 23°C
Methanol: 1.3 mg/mL at 23°C
Toluene: 1.6 mg/mL at 23°C
DMSO: 6 mg/mL
Soluble in carbonate solutions. Insoluble in water.