🔍 Product Description
Kasugamycin is a unique aminoglycoside antibiotic with a highly specific mechanism of action. It specifically binds to the 30S subunit at a site that overlaps with the mRNA binding channel, thereby preventing the formation of a functional initiation complex. This bacteriostatic mechanism makes kasugamycin an exceptionally precise tool.
⚙️ Application & Function
Major domain of kasugamycin research is its role in plant pathology and sustainable agriculture. It was developed against the rice blast fungus Magnaporthe oryzae. Its selectivity—being highly effective against pathogens while non-toxic to rice plants—makes it a model compound for disease management.
❓ FAQ
🔷 What is Kasugamycin used for?
It is primarily used as an agricultural fungicide to control rice blast and various bacterial plant pathogens like fire blight.
🔷 What is the purity of your Kasugamycin powder?
Our product features a high purity of over 99%, as tested by HPLC methods.
🔷 Is this product safe for crops?
Yes, kasugamycin is known for its high selectivity, providing effective control against pathogens while remaining non-toxic to the host plants.
🔷 What is the mechanism of action?
It functions by selectively inhibiting protein synthesis at the initiation stage in prokaryotes.
🔷 What is the physical state and color?
This product comes in a high-quality white powder form.
🔷 Does it meet international standards?
Yes, it is produced following GMP, ISO 9001, and other major pharmaceutical and agricultural standards.
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