Description_x000D_ General description_x000D_ Chemical structure: peptide_x000D_ Fengycin is a lipopeptide complex which is synthesized by Bacillus subtilis strain F-29-3. It is an antifungal compound, and is made up of two components namely, fengycin A and fengycin B. Fengycin A contains 1 D-Ala, 1 L-Ile, 1 L-Pro, 1 D-allo-Thr, 3 L-Glx, 1 D-Tyr, 1 L-Tyr, 1 D-Orn, whereas fengycin B contains D-Val instead of D-Ala._x000D_ Application_x000D_ Fengycin may be used for the sterilization of E. coli., and for the inactivation of spores of Bacillus cereus._x000D_ Biochem/physiol Actions_x000D_ Fengycin shows antifungal properties against filamentous fungi, but has no action against yeast and bacteria. Certain unsaturated fatty acids facilitate the antifungal property, whereas sterols, phospholipids and oleic acid act as antagonists. It produces morphological abnormalities in fungi including curling, bulging and empyting of hyphae. Thus, it mainly functions through its effects on the plasma membrane._x000D_ Packaging_x000D_ 5MG_x000D_ Storage and Stability_x000D_ Store at 2 to 8 °C. (Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Light sensitive.)_x000D_ Other Notes_x000D_ Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Light sensitive.