Isopropyl-beta-D-thiogalactopyranoside

Name Isopropyl-beta-D-thiogalactopyranoside
Synonyms IPTG; Isopropyl-beta-D-thiogalactoside

Molecular Structure

Molecular Formula C9H18O5S
Molecular Weight 238.30
CAS Registry Number 367-93-1
EINECS 206-703-0

Properties

Melting point 105 ºC
alpha -31 º (c=1, water)
Water solubility soluble

Safety Data

Hazard Symbols Xn Details
Risk Codes R19;R40;R66 Details
Safety Description S36/37 Details

Character: White solid
Assay: ≥98.0 %

Main Function: A very strong inducer, it is very stable even in bacterial metabolism, so it is widely used in laboratories.

Packing: 20kg/barrel