Echinocandin B is the major analogue of a family of lipopeptides isolated from several species of Aspergillus, reported in 1974. Echinocandin B is a potent antifungal.
Echinocandin B is soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF or DMSO. Poor water solubility.
CAS Number
54651-05-7
Molecular Formula
C52H81N7O16
Molecular Weight
1060.4
Mechanism of Action
Echinocandin B acts by inhibiting the synthesis of β-(1,3)-D-glucan, an essential component of the cell wall of susceptible fungi.
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Appearance
Off white to brownish powder