P7777

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Poly(ethylene glycol)

Hybri-Max, waxy solid, mol wt 1,300-1,600, hybridoma tested

Synonym:PEG
CAS Number:25322-68-3
Linear Formula:H(OCH2CH2)nOH
MDL number:MFCD00081839
PubChem Substance ID:24898877

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Description

ApplicationRecommended for cell fusion.
ReconstitutionMelt the PEG at 45 °C or higher in a waterbath. Dilute to 30-50% using sterile, pre-warmed serum-free medium (e.g., for a 50% solution add 5 mL to the 5 g vial of PEG). The pH of the solution should be slightly alkaline (pink, not orange or purple). Adjustment of the pH with sterile NaOH may be required. Store solution below 0 °C. Prolonged storage or repeated freezing and thawing is not recommended.
Legal InformationHybri-Max is a trademark of Sigma-Aldrich Biotechnology LP and Sigma-Aldrich Co.

Properties

gradeHybri-Max
vapor density>1 (vs air)
vapor pressure<0.01 mmHg ( 20 °C)
sterilityautoclaved
formwaxy solid
autoignition temp.581 °F
mol wtmol wt 1,300-1,600
total impurities Endotoxin, tested
suitabilityhybridoma tested

Safety

Personal Protective EquipmentEyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
WGK Germany1
RTECSTQ3500000
Flash Point(F)444.2 °F
Flash Point(C)229 °C

References

MerckMerck 13,7651
FieserFieser 9,366 / Fieser 9,376 / Fieser 12,399
referenceStructure Index 1, 498:C:4