Benzyl derivative of muramic acid. The N-acetyl derivative of muramic acid is an amino sugar found in peptidoglycan, the main skeletal component of both Gram positive and Gram negative bacterial cell wall.
Melting Point: 237-239°
Solubility: Methanol
Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.