Surfactin
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| ChEMBL | |
| ChemSpider | |
| ECHA InfoCard | 100.110.185 |
PubChem CID |
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| Properties | |
| C53H93N7O13 | |
| Molar mass | 1036.3 g/mol |
| Surface tension: | |
| 9.4 × 10−6 M (pH 8.7) | |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
Infobox references | |
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| Symbol | N/A |
| TCDB | 1.D.11 |
| OPM superfamily | 163 |
| OPM protein | 2npv |
Surfactin is a cyclic lipopeptide, commonly used as an antibiotic for its capacity as a surfactant. It is an amphiphile capable of withstanding hydrophilic and hydrophobic environments. The Gram-positive bacterial species Bacillus subtilis produces surfactin for its antibiotic effects against competitors. Surfactin showcases antibacterial, antiviral, antifungal, and hemolytic effects.