N-(Hydroxymethyl)-glycine sodium - 50%, in water

CAS: 70161-44-3

Ref. 3D-FG14189

Product Information

• Name: N-(Hydroxymethyl)-glycine sodium - 50%, in water
• Synonyms: Acetate, Hydroxymethylamino-, Sodium, Glycine, N-(hydroxymethyl)-, sodium salt (1:1), Hydroxymethylaminoacetic acid, sodium salt, Integra 44, N-(hidroximetil)glicinato de sodio, N-(hydroxymethyl)glycinate de sodium, Natrium-N-(hydroxymethyl)glycinat, Nuosept 44, Sodium (hydroxymethyl)glycinate, Suttocide A, sodium N-(hydroxymethyl)glycinate

Description

N-(Hydroxymethyl)-glycine sodium salt is a fixative agent that can be used for the preservation of biological samples. It has been shown to prevent bacterial growth and maintain chemical stability in the presence of benzalkonium chloride, which is an antibacterial agent. The activity index of N-(Hydroxymethyl)-glycine sodium salt is 50%, and it is active against bacteria such as Staphylococcus aureus, Escherichia coli, and Salmonella enterica. N-(Hydroxymethyl)-glycine sodium salt also has antimicrobial properties and has been shown to be effective against Mycobacterium tuberculosis, Mycobacterium avium complex, and Candida albicans. This fixative solution should not be used on tissues from patients with diabetic neuropathy or sclera due to its high osmolarity.

• Brand: Biosynth

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 127.07 g/mol
• Formula: C₃H₆NNaO₃
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Clear Liquid