Colistin sulfate
USP/1148001 - United States Pharmacopeia (USP) Reference Standard
Synonym: Colistin sulfate salt; Polymyxin E
CAS Number: 1264-72-8
MDL Number: MFCD00146495
Product Type: Chemical
| API family | colistin |
| application(s) | USP Biologics pharmaceutical (small molecule) |
| form | solid |
| format | neat |
| grade | pharmaceutical primary standard |
| InChI | 1S/C53H100N16O13.H2O4S/c1 |
| InChI key | ZJIWRHLZXQPFAD-LRYSGCCDSA |
| manufacturer/tradename | USP |
| SMILES string | [S](=O)(=O)(O)O.N1[C@H](C |
| storage temp. | 2-8°C |
| Analysis Note: | These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind. |
| Application: | Colistin sulfate USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia. Also, for use with USP monograph such as Colistin and Neomycin Sulfates and Hydrocortisone Acetate Otic Suspension |
| Biochem/physiol Actions: | Mode of Action: Binds to lipids on the cell cytoplasmic membrane of Gram-negative bacteria and disrupts the cell wall integrity. Antimicrobial spectrum: Gram-negative bacteria. |
| General description: | Colistin sulfate, a polymyxin antibiotic, is a cyclic cationic peptide derived from Bacillus polymyxa. It acts on Gram-negative bacteria by disrupting the integrity of the bacterial outer membrane via interaction with lipopolysaccharides. The USP standard is used in microbiological assays to ensure the potency and purity of pharmaceutical preparations containing colistin. The USP biologics antibiotics category includes a wide range of antimicrobial agents that are essential in treating bacterial infections. These antibiotics are derived from various natural sources or synthesized to combat specific pathogens effectively. The USP provides comprehensive standards, reference materials, and analytical procedures to ensure the identity, quality, purity, and consistency of antibiotic therapeutics throughout their lifecycle. The United States Pharmacopeia (USP) provides quality standards for biologics to ensure their safety, efficacy, and quality throughout the manufacturing process. These standards assist manufacturers in adhering to regulatory requirements and help safeguard public health by reducing risks associated with biologics. |
| Other Notes: | Sales restrictions may apply. |
| Other Notes: | This product is part of the USP Biologics program. |
| Other Notes: | This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia. For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia ![]() |
| Symbol | GHS06 |
| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statements | H301 |
| Precautionary statements | P301 + P330 + P331 + P310 |
| RIDADR | UN 2811 6.1 / PGIII |
| WGK Germany | WGK 3 |
| Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
| Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
| Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
| UNSPSC | 41116107 |


