Bacitracin

Name: Bacitracin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003722

About Bacitracin

Bacitracin (CAS 1405-87-4) is a research antibiotic offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C66H103N17O16S and its molecular weight is 1422.7 g/mol. Common synonyms include Altracin and Fortracin.

The material typically appears as a white to off-white powder. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

Typical applications include selection in cell culture, microbiology research, antimicrobial studies and paints, coatings and inks. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Bacitracin in 50,000 units, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Selection in cell culture
Microbiology research
Antimicrobial studies
Paints, coatings & inks

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Bacitracin
Catalogue No.	VQ-003722
CAS Number	1405-87-4
IUPAC name	(4R)-4-[[(2S)-2-[[(4R)-2-[(1S,2S)-1-amino-2-methylbutyl]-4,5-dihydro-1,3-thiazole-4-carbonyl]amino]-4-methylpentanoyl]amino]-5-[[(2S,3S)-1-[[(3S,6R,9S,12R,15S,18R,21S)-3-(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)-18-(3-aminopropyl)-12-benzyl-15-[(2S)-butan-2-yl]-6-(carboxymethyl)-9-(1H-imidazol-5-ylmethyl)-2,5,8,11,14,17,20-heptaoxo-1,4,7,10,13,16,19-heptazacyclopentacos-21-yl]amino]-3-methyl-1-oxopentan-2-yl]amino]-5-oxopentanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆₆H₁₀₃N₁₇O₁₆S
Molecular weight	1422.7 g/mol
Exact mass	1421.7489
HSN code	98020000
InChIKey	CLKOFPXJLQSYAH-ABRJDSQDSA-N
SMILES	CC[C@H](C)[C@H]1C(=O)N[C@@H](C(=O)N[C@H](C(=O)N[C@@H](C(=O)N[C@H](C(=O)NCCCC[C@@H](C(=O)N[C@@H](C(=O)N1)CCCN)NC(=O)[C@H]([C@@H](C)CC)NC(=O)[C@@H](CCC(=O)O)NC(=O)[C@H](CC(C)C)NC(=O)[C@@H]2CSC(=N2)[C@H]([C@@H](C)CC)N)CC(=O)N)CC(=O)O)CC3=CN=CN3)CC4=CC=CC=C4
PubChem CID	10909430

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White to off-white powder
LogP (XLogP3)	-4.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	17 / 21
TPSA	556 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	Altracin, Fortracin, Bacitracine, Parentracin, Baci-rx, Baciliquin, Bacilliquin, Tropitracin, Baciferm 50, Penitracin, Topitracin, Zutracin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P272, P273, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 1405-87-4

Cell Culture

Bacitracin, cell culture tested

CAS: 1405-87-4
Formula: C₆₆H₁₀₃N₁₇O₁₆S
MW: 1422.7 g/mol

VQ-046120

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Bacitracin?

The CAS Registry Number of Bacitracin is 1405-87-4. It is also known as Altracin, Fortracin, Bacitracine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Bacitracin?

Bacitracin has the molecular formula C66H103N17O16S and a molecular weight of 1422.7 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Bacitracin can I order?

We supply Bacitracin, in 50,000 units, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Bacitracin?

Yes. Every lot of Bacitracin is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Bacitracin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Bacitracin is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Bacitracin be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.