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Duchefa chemicals for tissue culture lab activities

Polymixine B sulphate - Duchefa

SKU

BIO-P0145

CAS number 1405-20-5
Molecular weight C₅₅H₉₆N₁₆O₁₃.2H₂SO₄ = 1385
Potency 6,500 units / mg

Product description

Polimixin B is a mixture of sulphates of polypeptides produced by certain strains of Bacillus polymixa. Polymixin acts primarily by binding to membrane phospolipids and disrupting the bacterial cytoplasmic membrane. It is active against gram-negative bacteria, especially Pseudomonas species.

Storage condition

Store at 2-8 °C

Soluble in water

Hazard statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed

H332 Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray

P301 IF SWALLOWED:

P304 IF INHALED:

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell

P340 Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing