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1-(4-Nitrophenyl)glycerol (PNPG)

SKU 22716269 CAS 2207-68-3 O2NC6H4CH(OH)CH(OH)CH2OH MW 213.19 In stock Bulk quantities on request

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1-(4-Nitrophenyl)glycerol (PNPG) is a synthetic organic compound documented as an inhibitor of swarming motility in Proteus mirabilis. It is a white to pale yellow crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C9H11NO5 and a molecular weight of 213.19 g/mol. CAS number: 2207-68-3. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 1-(4-Nitrophenyl)glycerol (PNPG) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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  • 1 g — £118.30 per pack ex VAT · £141.96 inc. VAT
  • 2 g — £213.50 per pack ex VAT · £256.20 inc. VAT

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Specifications

Property Value
Appearance Pale yellow/cream powder
Identification Conforms to reference
Purity Free p-Nitrophenol ≤0.1%
HPLC ≥97.0%
Solution Test 10% solution in methanol is clear and faintly yellow

Storage & handling

Property Value
Storage Temperature 2 to 8 °C
Acidity Neutral

Identification

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SKU 22716269
CAS Number 2207-68-3
IUPAC Name 1-(4-nitrophenyl)propane-1,2,3-triol
EC Number 218-624-9
Molecular Formula O2NC6H4CH(OH)CH(OH)CH2OH
Molecular Weight 213.19
Exact Mass 213.0637
SMILES C1=CC(=CC=C1C(C(CO)O)O)[N+](=O)[O-]
InChIKey IUZVZBIQZKBWCC-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI InChI=1S/C9H11NO5/c11-5-8(12)9(13)6-1-3-7(4-2-6)10(14)15/h1-4,8-9,11-13H,5H2
PubChem CID 102764
REACH Code Y110
HTS Code 2906.29.20.00
Tariff Code 2906290090

Safety & GHS

Warning
  • GHS pictogram — Health Hazard Health Hazard GHS07

Hazard statements

  • H315 Causes skin irritation
  • H319 Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements

  • P231+232 Handle under inert gas. Protect from moisture
  • P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
  • P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
  • P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention

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Frequently asked questions

What is 1-(4-Nitrophenyl)glycerol (PNPG) used for?

PNPG is documented as an inhibitor of swarming in Proteus mirabilis, used in microbiological research on bacterial motility.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of PNPG?

The formula is C9H11NO5 with a molecular weight of 213.19 g/mol.

How should PNPG be stored?

PNPG should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

What grade of PNPG does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies PNPG in high-purity research grade, suitable for laboratory use.

Can Molekula supply PNPG in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply PNPG in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a PNPG order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

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