Aminocyclitol antibiotic that act as an inhibitor of protein synthesis in the bacterial cell; the site of action is the 30S ribosomal subunit.||Specific Optical Rotation: |As Reported ||IR using KBr Pellet Technique|Conforms to the standard||Crystallinity: |Conforms to the standard|pH (0.1% aqueous solution with frequent agitation): |As Reported ||Water Content: |As Reported ||Solubility:|Colorless, clear, solution||Residue on Ignition: |As reported||Assay (Dry substance): |As reported||Storage and Stability:|Store at 4°C. Do not freeze. Stable for 12 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.||Important Note: |This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. ||Toxicity and Hazards: |All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.