9,9`-Bianthryl polyketide derivative. Antibiotic. Active against Gram-positive bacteria including mycobacteria. Bacterial cell wall synthesis inhibitor. Antitumor compound.
Alternate Names:Setomimicin; AM-2947; Antibiotic A 39183B; BRN 5202658, 1,1’-Diacetyl-2,3-dihydro-2,5,5’,10,10’-pentahydroxy-2,2’-dimethyl-[9,9’-bianthracene]-4,4’(1H,1’H)-dione
Source:Streptomyces aurantiacus JA 4570
Molecular Formula:C₃₄H₂₈O₉
Molecular Weight:580.6
Solubility:Chloroform, dichloromethane or DMSO. Poorly soluble in H2O.
Method for Determining Identity:Proton NMR
Purity:≥97% (HPLC)
Appearance:Supplied as a red-orange powder.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at 4°C for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at -20°C. Stable for 1 year after receipt. Protect from light when in solution. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
