8-Hydroxyquinoline (8HQ), RNA Synthesis Inhibitor and Ion Chelator

Cat. No.
CLIA-0130055
Product Size
100 mg 500 mg Custom Size

Product Overview

Description
RNA synthesis inhibitor and ion chelator.
Purity
> 99%
Form
Solid
Alternative Names
8HQ
Target
RNA synthesis
Biological Description
RNA synthesis inhibitor. Displays antimicrobial activity and also shows chelating properties. Active in vivo.
Source
Synthetic
CAS Number
148-24-3
Solubility Overview
Soluble in ethanol to 100 mM and DMSO to 100 mM.

Chemical Properties

Chemical Name
8-Hydroxyquinoline
Molecular Weight (Da)
145.16
Molecular Formula
C9H7NO
PubChem Identifier
SMILES
Oc1cccc2cccnc12

Storage & Handling

Storage Instructions
Store at room temperature. Store under desiccating conditions. The product can be stored for up to 12 months.
Handling
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20 °C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.

For Research Use Only. Not For Clinical Use.

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