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Catalog Number:
00522
CAS Number:
593-84-0
Guanidine thiocyanate
Grade:
Biotech Grade
Purity:
≥ 99% (Assay)
Synonym(s):
Guanidine isothiocyanate, Guanidinium thiocyanate
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It is a chaotropic agent and most commonly used in the extraction of DNA and RNA.It prevents the activity of RNase and DNase enzymes by denaturing them.

Synonyms
Guanidine isothiocyanate, Guanidinium thiocyanate
CAS Number
593-84-0
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay)
Grade
Biotech Grade
Molecular Formula
CH5N3·HSCN
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00013027
PubChem ID
65046
Melting Point
116 - 121 °C
Appearance
White to slightly off-white crystalline powder
Conditions
Store at RT
General Information
Synonyms
Guanidine isothiocyanate, Guanidinium thiocyanate
CAS Number
593-84-0
Purity
≥ 99% (Assay)
Grade
Biotech Grade
Molecular Formula
CH5N3·HSCN
Molecular Weight
0
MDL Number
MFCD00013027
PubChem ID
65046
Melting Point
116 - 121 °C
Appearance
White to slightly off-white crystalline powder
Conditions
Store at RT
Properties
Additional property information coming soon!
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Safety and Regulations
Hazmat
Yes
Antibiotic
No
DEA-regulated
No
Warnings
-
Applications

Guanidine thiocyanate is widely utilized in research focused on:

  • Nucleic Acid Extraction: This compound is a key reagent in isolating RNA and DNA from biological samples, making it essential for molecular biology studies.
  • Protein Denaturation: It effectively denatures proteins, which is crucial for studying protein structure and function, particularly in proteomics.
  • Cell Lysis: Used in cell lysis buffers, it helps break down cell membranes, facilitating the extraction of cellular components for analysis.
  • Diagnostic Applications: In clinical laboratories, it aids in the preparation of samples for various diagnostic tests, improving accuracy and reliability.
  • Research on Disease Mechanisms: Its role in studying cellular processes makes it valuable in research related to diseases, including cancer and viral infections.

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