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Saponin, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
A glycoside used to permeabilize cellular membranesSaponin is used as dietary supplements and nutraceuticals and as adjuvants in the production of vaccines. It finds application in food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors. It is used as a liquid soap, jewelry polish, detergent, pet shampoo, surfactant and wetting agent. It is also involved as anti-microbe to treat malaria, lower cholesterol, support to immune system, in bone strength and for hyper tension. Further, it is used as animal feed and an automobile cleaner.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
A glycoside used to permeabilize cellular membranesSaponin is used as dietary supplements and nutraceuticals and as adjuvants in the production of vaccines. It finds application in food, cosmetics and pharmaceutical sectors. It is used as a liquid soap, jewelry polish, detergent, pet shampoo, surfactant and wetting agent. It is also involved as anti-microbe to treat malaria, lower cholesterol, support to immune system, in bone strength and for hyper tension. Further, it is used as animal feed and an automobile cleaner.
Solubility
Soluble in cold water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
| Melting Point | 158°C (decomposition) |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in cold water. |
| Physical Form | Powder |
| Chemical Name or Material | Saponin |
Safety and Handling
| Hazard Category | H319-H335 |
| Precautionary Statement | P261-P264b-P271-P280i-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P312-P501c |
| EINECSNumber | 232-462-6 |
| RTECSNumber | VQ1400000 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
RUO – Research Use Only
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