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Squalene, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Biosynthetic precursor to all steroids Squalene is used as a precursor to steroids and ergosterol and as an immunologic adjuvant in vaccines. It plays a vital role in the preparation of cholesterol, steroid hormones and vitamin D. It serves as a lubricant for fatty acid surfactant films adsorbed on iron oxide surfaces.
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.
Biosynthetic precursor to all steroids Squalene is used as a precursor to steroids and ergosterol and as an immunologic adjuvant in vaccines. It plays a vital role in the preparation of cholesterol, steroid hormones and vitamin D. It serves as a lubricant for fatty acid surfactant films adsorbed on iron oxide surfaces.
Solubility
Miscible with diethyl ether and acetone. Immiscible with water.
Notes
Store in a cool place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -75°C |
Density | 0.855 |
Boiling Point | 285°C (25 mmHg) |
Flash Point | 218°C (424°F) |
Assay Percent Range | 0.97 |
Refractive Index | 1.4955 |
Quantity | 500 g |
Sensitivity | Air and light sensitive |
Merck Index | 14,8768 |
Solubility Information | Miscible with diethyl ether and acetone. Immiscible with water. |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H304 |
Precautionary Statement | P301+P310-P331-P501c |
EINECSNumber | 203-826-1 |
RTECSNumber | XB6010000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Keep cold; Store under Nitrogen |
RUO – Research Use Only
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