Kanamycin Antibiotic
Biotechnology Premium
Aminoglycoside Antibiotic

Kanamycin Antibiotic

High-quality Kanamycin for bacterial selection, transformation, and cell culture applications. Premium grade aminoglycoside antibiotic manufactured for molecular biology research and bacterial screening.

  • Bacterial Selection Agent
  • Transformation Compatible
  • Aminoglycoside Mechanism
  • Broad Spectrum Activity
  • Molecular Biology Grade
  • Research Standard Quality

Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Kanamycin A (Sulfate)
Molecular Formula: C₁₈H₃₆N₄O₁₁·H₂SO₄
Molecular Weight: 582.58 g/mol (sulfate)
CAS Number: 25389-94-0
Potency: ≥750 μg/mg
Physical Form: White to off-white powder
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
Working Concentration: 25-50 μg/mL
pH (5% solution): 6.5-7.5
Water Content: ≤8.0%
Storage Temperature: Room temperature (dry place)
Packaging Options: 1g, 5g, 25g, 100g

Applications

Bacterial Selection
Transformation
Molecular Cloning
Plasmid Selection
Gene Expression
Educational Research
Molecular Biology
Recombinant DNA
Plant Transformation
Antibiotic Resistance
Biotechnology Research
Quality Control

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized kanamycin grades tailored for specific molecular biology and bacterial selection applications, ensuring optimal potency and regulatory compliance across diverse biotechnology requirements.

Research Grade
Potency: ≥750 μg/mg Selection: Effective Heavy metals: <20 ppm Application: General research
Molecular Biology Grade
Potency: ≥800 μg/mg DNase/RNase: None detected Endotoxin: <0.1 EU/mg Application: Cloning
Ultra-Pure Grade
Potency: ≥850 μg/mg Heavy metals: <10 ppm Proteases: None detected Application: Sensitive work
Plant Transformation Grade
Potency: ≥750 μg/mg Phytotoxicity: Tested Plant compatibility: Verified Application: Plant biology

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Kanamycin is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international antibiotic standards including research specifications and molecular biology requirements. Our antibiotic production ensures consistent potency and regulatory compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Molecular Biology Grade Specifications
≥750 μg/mg Potency Verified
Bioactivity Testing
Purity Analysis
Stability Testing
Certificate of Analysis
Moisture-Controlled Storage

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Biotechnology-grade Kanamycin exhibits exceptional antibiotic properties essential for bacterial selection and molecular biology applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise activity ensure reliable performance in demanding biological procedures and research applications.

Antibiotic Properties
Molecular Weight: 484.5 g/mol (sulfate)
Mechanism of Action: 30S ribosomal subunit inhibition
Spectrum: Broad-spectrum aminoglycoside
Resistance Gene: kanR (kanamycin resistance)
Stability Properties
Storage Temperature: -20°C to +4°C
pH Stability: 6.0-8.0 optimal
Light Sensitivity: Stable under normal conditions
Heat Sensitivity: Stable to 121°C for 15 min
Selection Performance
Working Concentration: 25-50 μg/mL typical
Minimum Inhibitory Concentration: 5-10 μg/mL (E. coli)
Selection Efficiency: 99.9% resistant colony selection
Background Growth: ≤ 0.01% non-resistant colonies
Purity Specifications
Purity (HPLC): ≥ 95%
Water Content: ≤ 8%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 20 ppm
Endotoxin Level: ≤ 0.1 EU/mg
Shelf Life Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years at -20°C
Working Solutions: Stable 1 year at -20°C
Freeze-Thaw Cycles: Up to 10 cycles
Activity Retention: ≥ 95% after 2 years

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Biotechnology Grade Kanamycin superiority in bacterial selection applications with exceptional antibiotic activity, precision, and reproducibility across diverse molecular biology procedures and transformation protocols.

Selection Efficiency

Resistant colony selection: 99.9% accuracy

Exceptional reliability for cloning work
Activity Consistency

Batch-to-batch variation: ±5% MIC values

Reliable antibiotic activity
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Complete in 2 minutes

Rapid media preparation
Temperature Stability

Working range: 4-37°C stable

Versatile incubation conditions
Sterilization Compatibility

Autoclave stable: 121°C for 15 minutes

Heat-resistant for media preparation
Shelf Stability

3 years at -20°C, 1 year working solutions

Extended molecular biology grade integrity

Safety Information

Aminoglycoside antibiotic that may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Avoid inhalation of powder and skin contact. Handle with standard laboratory protective equipment including gloves and safety goggles. Ensure proper disposal following institutional guidelines for antibiotic waste.

Allergen Potential
Avoid Inhalation
Avoid Skin Contact

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers at -20°C in a dry environment with desiccant. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from moisture and light. Prepare working solutions using sterile technique and store at -20°C. Allow to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Frozen storage (-20°C)
Keep dry with desiccant
Sealed containers only
Sterile handling techniques

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Kanamycin provides selective antibiotic action through ribosomal binding, enabling precise molecular biology applications with predictable bacterial selection and quantitative resistance screening for research protocols.

Ribosomal Inhibition

30S ribosomal subunit binding blocking protein synthesis

Essential for bacterial selection
Resistance Selection

Neomycin/kanamycin resistance gene expression

Critical for transformant selection
Membrane Disruption

Secondary effect on bacterial membrane integrity

Enables rapid bacterial killing
Concentration-Dependent Activity

Dose-response relationship for selection pressure

Supporting selective screening

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global molecular biology laboratory access with complete documentation packages supporting international standards and antibiotic selection method validations.

Research Grade Standards

High purity specifications for molecular biology applications

ISO Standards

International standard compliance for research reagent specifications

Cell Culture Grade

Cell culture grade specifications for biological studies

Global Compliance

International molecular biology research regulation compliance

Method Validation

Supported antibiotic selection method validation documentation

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's molecular biology team provides comprehensive method support, troubleshooting assistance, and selection services to optimize kanamycin performance in your specific research applications.

Method Development
  • Selection optimization support
  • Antibiotic protocol guidance
  • Resistance screening methods
  • Custom selection procedures
Research Services
  • Certificate of Analysis verification
  • Custom purity analysis
  • Antibiotic activity testing
  • Molecular biology method validation support
Technical Support
  • Selection troubleshooting consultation
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Research best practices
Supply Solutions
  • Consistent batch scheduling
  • Emergency supply arrangements
  • Custom packaging options
  • Global distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our kanamycin production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable antibiotic synthesis practices, waste minimization, and comprehensive environmental impact management for molecular biology research operations.

Waste Minimization

Optimized antibiotic synthesis with minimal waste generation

Water Treatment

Advanced wastewater treatment and recycling systems

Green Production

Energy-efficient antibiotic processing with emission controls

Safe Disposal

Comprehensive guidance for antibiotic waste management

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified production

Container Recycling

Sustainable container return and recycling programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art antibiotic facility employs advanced purification technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent research-grade kanamycin quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced antibiotic synthesis and purification in controlled environment

Multi-stage purification for research grade quality
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analytical testing including bioactivity and HPLC analysis

Kanamycin potency verification and purity analysis
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with antibiotic laboratory accreditation

Continuous improvement and method validation
Packaging Control

Moisture-protected containers with sterile packaging conditions

Stability protection and contamination prevention

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive molecular biology research data demonstrating kanamycin effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and antibiotic selection method validations.

Research Laboratories
Purity: >98% antibiotic content Performance: Reliable bacterial selection Stability: 24+ months at -20°C
Academic Institutions
Publication Support: 40000+ cited selections Reproducibility: >99% inter-lab agreement Innovation: Custom selection solutions
Biotechnology Companies
Reliability: 99.7% batch consistency Quality Assurance: Validated selection performance Efficiency: Optimized screening protocols

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Purity

Consistently exceeds research specifications with ultra-high purity and exceptional selection performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and research-grade production scheduling

Molecular Biology Expertise

Dedicated molecular biology team provides selection optimization and troubleshooting support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with detailed selection performance data and method validation support

Global Standards

International compliance with research specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with research laboratories and custom grade development services