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Ethyl methanesulfonate
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Ethyl methanesulfonate is a potent alkylating agent primarily used in genetics research as a chemical mutagen to induce random point mutations in DNA. It is identified by CAS number 62-50-0. Molekula supplies Ethyl methanesulfonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 90037384
- CAS Number
- 62-50-0
- IUPAC Name
- ethyl methanesulfonate
- EC Number
- 200-536-7
- Exact Mass
- 124.0194
- SMILES
- CCOS(=O)(=O)C
- InChIKey
- PLUBXMRUUVWRLT-UHFFFAOYSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C3H8O3S/c1-3-6-7(2,4)5/h3H2,1-2H3
- PubChem CID
- 6113
Synonyms
- Ethyl ester of methanesulfonic acid
- Ethyl ester of methylsulfonic acid
- Ethyl ester of methylsulphonic acid
- Ethyl mesylate
- Ethyl methanesulphonate
- Ethyl methansulphonate
- Half-myleran
- Methanesulfonic acid, ethyl ester
- Methanesulphonic acid ethyl ester
- Methylsulfonic acid, ethyl ester
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
- Appearance
- Colorless liquid
- Boiling Point
- 213-213.5 °C at 761 mmHg
- Vapour Pressure
- 0.206 mmHg at 25 °C
Source: PubChem CID 6113 (HSDB)
Frequently asked questions
What is Ethyl methanesulfonate used for?
Ethyl methanesulfonate is primarily used as a potent mutagenic agent in biological research for inducing genetic mutations.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ethyl methanesulfonate?
The chemical formula is C3H8O3S and the molecular weight is 124.16 g/mol.
How should Ethyl methanesulfonate be stored?
It should be stored in a cool, dry place, typically refrigerated, in a tightly sealed container to maintain stability.
What grade of Ethyl methanesulfonate is available?
Please contact our sales team or check the product page on our website for the specific purity and grade currently in stock.
Can Molekula supply Ethyl methanesulfonate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Ethyl methanesulfonate in various quantities, from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.
What documentation comes with the order?
Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for your records.
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