Lincosamide antibiotic. 23S Inhibits bacterial protein synthesis. Active against Gram-positive bacteria. Lincomycin binds to the 50S subunit of bacterial ribosomes and suppresses protein synthesis. Product SpecificationAlternative Name: U-10149A Formula: C18H24N2O6S . HCl MW: 443.0 Source: Isolated from Streptomyces lincolnensis CAS: 154-21-2 Purity: ≥ 98% (TLC) Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid. Hazard: IRRITANT. Solubility: Soluble in water (50mg/ml) Long Term Storage: -20°C Use/Stability: Store, as supplied, at 0-4°C for up to 2 years. Store solutions at -20°C for up to 3 months.