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Kanamycin

Also known as Kanamicina, Kanamycine, Kanamycinum

CAS 8063-07-8Formula C18H36N4O11Molar mass 484.50 g/molEC 200-411-7
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Kanamycin chemical structure, C18H36N4O11, CAS 8063-07-8
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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All properties
CAS number
8063-07-8
Formula
C18H36N4O11
Molar mass
484.50 g/mol
Appearance
Crystals from ethanol
HS code
294190
Category
Glycosides and other natural products
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What is Kanamycin?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Kanamycin A is a member of kanamycins. It has a role as a bacterial metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a kanamycin A(4+).

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
(2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(aminomethyl)-6-[(1R,2R,3S,4R,6S)-4,6-diamino-3-[(2S,3R,4S,5S,6R)-4-amino-3,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy-2-hydroxycyclohexyl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
CAS number
8063-07-8 CAS number cross-checkedOther or deprecated CAS: 1174286-24-8, 59-01-8
EC numbers
200-411-7, 232-512-7
Molecular formula
C18H36N4O11
UNII
EQK9Q303C5
MDL number
MFCD00070289
InChIKey
SBUJHOSQTJFQJX-NOAMYHISSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C18H36N4O11/c19-2-6-10(25)12(27)13(28)18(30-6)33-16-5(21)1-4(20)15(14(16)29)32-17-11(26)8(22)9(24)7(3-23)31-17/h4-18,23-29H,1-3,19-22H2/t4-,5+,6-,7-,8+,9-,10-,11-,12+,13-,14-,15+,16-,17-,18-/m1/s1
Canonical SMILES
NCC1OC(OC2C(N)CC(N)C(OC3OC(CO)C(O)C(N)C3O)C2O)C(O)C(O)C1O
Isomeric SMILES
C1[C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H]1N)O[C@@H]2[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CN)O)O)O)O)O[C@@H]3[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O3)CO)O)N)O)N

Synonyms

  • Kanamicina
  • Kanamycine
  • Kanamycinum
  • Kanamycins
  • D-Streptamine, O-3-amino-3-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-6)-O-(6-amino-6-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-4))-2-deoxy-
  • Kanamycin Complex
  • Kanamycin a
  • Kanamycin Base
  • Kanamycin sulfate
  • KanamycinA
  • Kanamycin A Deuterated
  • Kantrex
  • 4,6-Diamino-2-hydroxy-1,3-cyclohexane 3,6'diamino-3,6'-dideoxydi-alpha-D-glucoside
  • KAN
  • Kanamycin (sulfate)
  • KM (the Antibiotic)
  • 4,6-diamino-2-hydroxy-1,3-cyclohexylene 3,6'-diamino-3,6'-dideoxydi-D-glucopyranoside
  • (1S,2R,3R,4S,6R)-4,6-diamino-3-[(6-amino-6-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl)oxy]-2-hydroxycyclohexyl 3-amino-3-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranoside
  • Liposomal Kanamycin
  • Kantrex (1:1 sulfate)
  • Klebcil (1:1 sulfate)
  • Glucopyranoside, 4,6-diamino-2-hydroxy-1,3-cyclohexylene 3,6'-diamino-3,6'-dideoxydi-, D-
  • D-Streptamine, O-3-amino-3-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1-6)-O-(6-amino-6-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1,4))-2-deoxy-
  • DivK1c_000024
  • Kanamycin A Deuterated (>90%)
Show all 28 synonyms
  • Amikacin EP Impurity D, Kanamycin A
  • 2-(aminomethyl)-6-[4,6-diamino-3-[4-amino-3,5-dihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxy-2-hydroxycyclohexyl]oxyoxane-3,4,5-triol
  • D-Streptamine, O-3-amino-3-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1.fwdarw.6)-O-[6-amino-6-deoxy-alpha-D-glucopyranosyl-(1.fwdarw.4)]-2-deoxy-

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values, check the supplier specification for your grade

Appearance
Crystals from ethanolexp.

Values vary by grade. Ask suppliers for the COA or TDS of the batch you buy.

Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
484.50 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
484.2381 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
-7.29calc.
Topological polar surface area
282.6 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
11calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
15calc.
Rotatable bonds
6calc.
Heavy atoms
33calc.
Rings
3calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
1calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
15calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Fails (2 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Murcko scaffold

The ring system that remains when every side chain is removed

Murcko scaffold of this chemical, C1CCC(OC2CCCC(OC3CCCCO3)C2)OC1

C1CCC(OC2CCCC(OC3CCCCO3)C2)OC1

3 rings, 20 atoms.

211 other chemicals share this scaffold

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

What the substance is used for, by industry and function

Veterinary medication:.

Anti-Bacterial Agents, Protein Synthesis Inhibitors.

Use classes: Animal Drugs.

Pharmacological actions

  • Anti-Bacterial Agents
  • Protein Synthesis Inhibitors

Roles

  • bacterial metabolite
  • metabolite
  • prokaryotic metabolite

Pharmacology

Kanamycin is an Aminoglycoside Antibacterial.

How it is made

Antibiotic complex produced by Streptomyces kanamyceticus Okami and Umezawa from Japanese soil.

Regulatory status

Inventories, regulations and trade controls that list this substance

Health and food

  • Active ingredient in FDA approved drug labels

United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Active in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Kanamycin is traded under.

HS 2941.90Indicative HS code

Antibiotics, other

World exports in 2024
$6.39B
+2.3% vs 2023, imports $6.97B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. China39.7%
  2. United States11.3%
  3. Switzerland * partner reported10.9%
Top importers
  1. Italy15.0%
  2. India * partner reported12.0%
  3. China8.7%

* Partner reported figures, a lower bound.

Reported customs values in USD, not prices.Full trade data

The HS code shown for Kanamycin is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

Quick answers about Kanamycin, based on the data on this page

What is Kanamycin?

Kanamycin A is a member of kanamycins. It has a role as a bacterial metabolite. It is a conjugate base of a kanamycin A(4+).

What is the CAS number of Kanamycin?

The CAS registry number of Kanamycin is 8063-07-8. Other or deprecated CAS numbers: 1174286-24-8, 59-01-8.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Kanamycin?

The molecular formula of Kanamycin is C18H36N4O11 and its molar mass is 484.50 g/mol.

What is Kanamycin used for?

Veterinary medication:. Anti-Bacterial Agents, Protein Synthesis Inhibitors. Use classes: Animal Drugs.

Is Kanamycin hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Kanamycin is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Kanamycin?

Kanamycin is usually classified under HS code 294190 (Antibiotics, other). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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