Synonym: DMSO, Methyl sulfoxide
CAS Number: 67-68-5
Linear Formula: (CH3)2SO
Molecular Weight: 78.13
Beilstein Registry Number: 506008
EC Number: 200-664-3
MDL Number: MFCD00002089
PubChem Substance ID: 24894214
Caution
Supercools easily and remelts slowly at room temperature. Solidified product can be re-liquified by warming to room temperature without detriment to the product.
Packaging
1 L in glass bottle; 50, 100, 250, 500 mL in glass bottle
Application
Suitable for
- buffer preparation for bacterial transformation, poly (A)+ RNA selection, PCR, DNA sequencing, cDNA amplification, DEAE-dextran-mediated tranfection of cells
- cell fusion procedures with 40-50% PEG
- mass spectrometry analysis of protein phosphorylation
- cryopreservation of cells
Features and Benefits
- free from DNases, RNases, phosphatases and proteases
- tested for cell culture
General description
DMSO (dimethyl sulfoxide) is a polar organic solvent suitable to dissolve organic and inorganic compounds. It is also an effective cryoprotective agent for the storage of cell lines.
Grade: for molecular biology
Vapor Density: 2.7 (vs air)
Vapor Pressure: 0.42 mmHg ( 20 °C)
Product Line: BioReagent
Assay: =99.9%
Form: liquid
Autoignition Temp.: 573 °F
Expl. Lim.: 42 %, 63 °F
Impurities: =0.001 meq/g Titratable acid; =0.1% water (Karl Fischer)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.479(lit.)
BP: 189 °C(lit.)
MP: 16-19 °C(lit.)
Density: 1 1.10 g/mL(lit.)
Absorption: UV absorption/ passes test
Suitability: suitable for plant cell culture
Storage Temp.: room temp