Chromomycin A3
Chromomycin A3 is a Streptomyces-derived antibiotic that binds GC-rich DNA sequences with divalent cations, blocking replication and transcription. It serves as a fluorescent DNA stain in molecular biology and exhibits anticancer activity in research models for various cancers, including lung adenocarcinoma and melanoma.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
7059-24-7
Product Name Alternative
Aburamycin B; CMA3; NSC-58514
Field of Research
Cell Biology
Purity
>98%
Bioactivity
DNA probe (GC-rich) ; Apoptosis inhibitor
Form
Powder
Solubility
Soluble in DMSO (up to 20 mg/ml)
Smiles
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Molecular Formula
C57H82O26
Molecular Weight
1183.3
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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