Tetracontane

Ref. 3D-FT64814

Product Information

• Name: Tetracontane
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: Tetracontane is a reaction product of the oxidation of glycol esters. It is typically used in polymerase chain reactions as a matrix to stabilize the DNA during the amplification process. Tetracontane has been shown to inhibit bacterial growth at concentrations of 0.5-1% (w/v) and prevent microbial infections in animals. Tetracontane is chemically stable and can be extracted from biological materials using an acetate extract or activated with sodium carbonate.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 563.08 g/mol
• Formula: C₄₀H₈₂
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: Off-White Powder