Epioxytetracycline is a degradation product of oxytetracycline formed by the epimerisation of the dimethylamino group at C4 in solution at neutral to acidic pH. The epimerisation is associated with a loss of antibiotic activity. Epioxytetracycline is an important standard for monitoring oxytetracycline stability.
Epioxytetracycline is soluble in ethanol, methanol, DMF or DMSO. Good water solubility.
CAS Number
14206-58-7
Molecular Formula
C22H24N2O9
Molecular Weight
460.4
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Specifications:
Appearance
Light grey solid