Tetracycline

CAS 60-54-8C22H24N2O8 · xH2OBiochemicals & Reagents

Tetracycline (CAS: 60-54-8), with the formula C22H24N2O8 · xH2O and a molecular weight of 444.43 g/mol (anhydrous basis), is a broad-spectrum polyketide antibiotic. It is primarily utilised for its antibacterial properties in treating various bacterial infections. In laboratory settings, it is recommended for use in cell culture applications at a concentration of 10 mg/L.

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01 /Applications

Bacterial Infection Treatment

Tetracycline is clinically used to treat a range of bacterial infections, including Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever, tick fevers, Q fever, and Brill-Zinsser disease. It is also employed for upper respiratory infections and acne.

Research and Development

This compound serves as a valuable tool in research, particularly in studies investigating multidrug resistance and its potential side effects, such as acute pancreatitis. Its ability to interfere with protein synthesis makes it a key agent in biological research.

Cell Culture Applications

Tetracycline is recommended for use in cell culture media at a concentration of 10 mg/L. This application aids in research and experimental procedures within cell biology and related fields.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	444.43 (anhydrous basis)
Empirical formula	C22H24N2O8 · xH2O
Assay	≥88.0% (HPLC)
Storage temperature	−20°C
Application	Tetracycline is a broad spectrum polyketide antibiotic with clinical uses in treating bacterial infections such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typush fever, tick fevers, Q fever, and Brill-Zinsser disease and to treat upper respiratory infections and acne†. It has been used in studies of multidrug resistance† and potential side effects including acute pancreatitis†. It is recommended for use in cell culture applications at 10 mg/L.

03 /Safety & handling

GHS hazard pictogram: Harmful / irritant (GHS07) — Harmful / irritant

Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed

Protective equipment	dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3
Hazard codes (EU)	Xn
Risk statements (R)	22
Safety statements (S)	22-36

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

60-54-8

MDL number

MFCD00151232

PubChem substance

24900120

Beilstein registry

2230417

05 /Additional specifications

Gene Information	human ... CYP1A2(1544), TERT(7015)

06 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

07 /Frequently asked questions

What is Tetracycline (CAS: 60-54-8) used for?

Tetracycline is used for treating bacterial infections like Rocky Mountain spotted fever, typhus fever, and acne, and is also employed in cell culture applications at 10 mg/L.