Ampicillin is a semi-synthetic derivative of penicillin used to select for ampicillin resistance in mutated and transformed cells. ß-lactam antibiotic that inhibits bacterial cell wall synthesis by inactivating transpeptidases on the inner surface of the bacterial cell membrane. The antimicrobial spectrum includes gram-positive and gram-negative bacteria.
Soluble 1 part in 150 parts H₂O as well as in diluted acids and bases. Insoluble in alcohol.

Assay (titr.)

96.0 - 100.5 %

References:

1. Nguyen-Disteche, M. et al. (1974) Eur. J. Biochem. 41, 457-63

DANGER

Hazard Statements	H317 - H334
Precautions	P280 - P285
Reaction	P302 +P352 - P304 +P341 - P333 +P313 - P342 +P311

EINECS: 200-709-7 • WGK: 1 • HS: 29411000
Storage Temperature: +15 °C to +30 °C