Synonyms: alpha-Carboxybenzylpenicillin solution
Formula: C17H18N2O6S
Formula Weight: 378.4
Linear Formula: C17H18N2O6S
MDL No.: MFCD00242604
Storage: -20C
UNSPSC Code: 51101500
General description: Chemical structure: ß-lactam
Application: Carbenicillin is used for selection of Ampicillin-resistant transformed cells. It is used to study the role of penicillin-sensitive transpeptidases in the process cell wall biosynthesis.
Biochem/physiol Actions: Carbenicillin is an ampicillin analog with structure related to benzyl penicillin. It is effective against Gram-negative bacteria and exhibits limited activity against Gram-positive bacteria. Carbenicillin binds and inhibits the enzymes involved in the synthesis of bacterial cell wall. Since carbenicillin is less sensitive to β-lactamases than ampicillin, it is effective against ampicillin-resistant bacteria. It has superior stability at low pH and acts as a selection agent. Effective concentration of carbenicillin: 50 to 100 μg/ml.
Other Notes: Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Containers which are opened must be carefully resealed and kept upright to prevent leakage.
RIDADR: UN1170 - class 3 - PG 3 - Ethanol, solution
WGK Germany: 2
Flash Point(F): 104 F
Flash Point(C): 40 C
R Codes: 10-42/43
S Codes: 23-36/37-45
IOD Codes: Xn
Symbol: GHS02, GHS08
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: H226-H317-H334
Precautionary statements: P261-P280-P342 + P311