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Methyl alpha-D-glucopyranoside, 98%
Description
Methyl alpha-D-glucopyranoside is a biochemical used to vary echo decay times in a study that assessed the effects of cryoprotection on the structure and activity of p21ras. It is also used in a study to investigate saccharide-mediated protection of chaotropic-induced deactivation of concanavalin A.
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Methyl alpha-D-glucopyranoside is a biochemical used to vary echo decay times in a study that assessed the effects of cryoprotection on the structure and activity of p21ras. It is also used in a study to investigate saccharide-mediated protection of chaotropic-induced deactivation of concanavalin A.
Solubility
Soluble in water. Insoluble in ether
Notes
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers. Incompatible with oxidizing agents. It is hygroscopic in nature. Store under dry inert gas.

Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | 166°C to 171°C |
Density | 1.46 |
Quantity | 100 g |
Beilstein | 81568 |
Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
Merck Index | 14,6080 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water; Insoluble in ether |
Optical Rotation | +159° (c=10 in Water) |
Formula Weight | 194.18 |
Percent Purity | ≥98% |
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Safety and Handling
EINECSNumber | 202-571-3 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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