Molekula
Polyanetholesulfonic acid sodium salt
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Polyanetholesulfonic acid sodium salt (sodium polyanetholesulfonate, SPS) is a synthetic polymer widely used as an anticoagulant in blood culture bottles, where it prevents clotting of the blood sample. It also inhibits complement activity, phagocytosis and certain antibiotics, which supports the recovery of microorganisms from blood cultures. This chemical has a CAS number of 52993-95-0, is stored at ambient conditions, and carries a signal word of Warning for safety. Molekula supplies Polyanetholesulfonic acid sodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — $145.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to yellowish powder |
| Assay | >90% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 100 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 46457168 |
| CAS Number | 52993-95-0 |
| EC Number | 690-405-4 |
| Molecular Formula | N/A |
| Molecular Weight | 1 |
| SMILES | CC=CC1=CC=C(C=C1)OC.[Na+] |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 3901.10.5030 |
| Tariff Code | 39119099 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is polyanetholesulfonic acid sodium salt used for?
It is primarily used as a blood anticoagulant in laboratory settings, particularly in microbiological blood culture media, where it also inhibits complement, phagocytosis and some antibiotics to aid recovery of microorganisms.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The exact formula and molecular weight are proprietary or not publicly disclosed. Contact Molekula for detailed specifications.
How should polyanetholesulfonic acid sodium salt be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.
What grades or purities are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this product in a laboratory-grade purity suitable for clinical and research applications.
Can Molekula supply this product in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide bulk quantities upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of this product?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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