General Information

• Product Name: Phenylmethyl Sulfonyl Fluoride (PMSF) Solution

• Concentration: 100 mM

• Molecular Formula: C7H7FO2S

• Molecular Weight: 174.19 g/mol

• CAS Number: 329-98-6

Physical and Chemical Characteristics

• Appearance: Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid

• Solvent: Typically dissolved in ethanol, isopropanol, or DMSO

• pH Value: Not applicable (reactive in aqueous solutions)

• Density: Varies based on solvent

• Boiling Point: Dependent on solvent used

Specifications

• Assay: ≥99.0% (before dilution)

• Concentration Accuracy: ±5%

• Moisture: ≤1.0%

• Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm

• Microbial Limit: ≤100 CFU/mL

Stability and Storage

• Stability: Stable for at least 1 year when stored properly

• Storage: Store at -20°C in an airtight container, protected from moisture and direct light

Handling and Safety

• Handling: Use under a fume hood; avoid inhalation and skin contact

• Safety: Wear protective gloves, safety glasses, and handle with care

• Disposal: Dispose of according to local hazardous waste regulations

Regulatory Compliance

• Biotechnology Grade: Suitable for laboratory and biochemical research applications

• Pharmaceutical Grade: Not for direct human consumption; ensure compliance with relevant regulations

• ISO: Compliant with International Organization for Standardization (ISO) standards

Packaging

• Packaging Size: 1 mL

• Packaging Material: Sealed vial or airtight container

• Labeling: Product name, concentration, molecular formula, molecular weight, CAS number, and batch number

Applications

• Biochemical Research: Commonly used as a serine protease inhibitor

• Protein Purification: Prevents protease degradation in protein extracts

• Pharmaceuticals: Used in enzyme inhibition studies

• Molecular Biology: Applied in various biochemical assays