Glycerol is used both in sample preparation and gel formation for polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. Glycerol (5-10%) increases the density of a sample so that the sample will layer at the bottom of a gel’s sample well. Glycerol is also used to aid in casting gradient gels and as a protein stabilizer and storage buffer component. Glycerol is used in the concentration and storage of enzymes. Also prevents back-diffusion and protein samples into the buffer. Ideal for use as a cryoprotectant.
Grade: Cell culture reagent
Purity: ≥99%
Suitability: Suitable for cell culture, electrophoresis and insect cell culture. Ideal for use as a cryoprotectant
Key Applications: Cryoprotectant
Application Areas: Molecular Biology
Product Type: Solvents
Chemical Class: Polar
Density: 1.2613 g/cm3 at 20°C (Lit.)
Auto Ignition: 412°C at 1 atm. (Lit.)
Boiling Point: 166.1°C at 13.3 hPa (Lit.)
Melting Point: 18.2°C (Lit.)
Vapor Density: 3.17 (air = 1) (Lit.)
Vapor Pressure: 0.0033 hPa at 50°C (Lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.474 (Lit.)
Presentation: Clear, Colorless, Viscous Liquid
Format: Viscous Liquid
pH: 5.0 - 7.5 (1% aq soln)
Detection Method: FTIR
Solubility: Miscible with water (1mL/mL), alcohol. One part dissolves in 11 parts ethyl acetate, in about 500 parts ethyl ether; insoluble in benzene, chloroform, carbon tetrachloride, carbon disulfide petroleum ether oils.
Storage & Handling: Store at Room Temperature (15 - 30°C).