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Ethyl methanesulfonate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Ethyl methanesulfonate is used as mutagen for both mammalian and plant cells. It finds application as a model alkylating agent in the study of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) repair processes.
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Ethyl methanesulfonate is used as mutagen for both mammalian and plant cells. It finds application as a model alkylating agent in the study of deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) repair processes.
Solubility
Miscible with water.
Notes
Special handling precautions required. View MSDS prior to purchase. MSDS available online at www.alfa.com.Moisture sensitive. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.

Specifications
Specifications
Density | 1.17 |
Boiling Point | 85°C to 86°C (10 mmHg) |
Flash Point | 100°C (212°F) |
Assay Percent Range | 99% |
Odor | Fruit-like |
Refractive Index | 1.418 |
Quantity | 5 g |
UN Number | UN2810 |
Beilstein | 773969 |
Sensitivity | Moisture sensitive |
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Certificates
Certificates
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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10233916 | Certificate of Analysis | 30/08/2024 | A12938.30,A12938.09,A12938.06,A12938.18 |
10241484 | Certificate of Analysis | 23/06/2022 | A12938.30,A12938.09,A12938.06,A12938.18 |
10205164 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A12938.30,A12938.09,A12938.06,A12938.18 |
10124120 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A12938.30,A12938.09,A12938.06,A12938.18 |
10161448 | Certificate of Analysis | 22/11/2021 | A12938.30,A12938.09,A12938.06,A12938.18 |
Safety and Handling


- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 4
- Carcinogenicity Category 1B
- Germ cell mutagenicity Category 1B
- Reproductive toxicity Category 2
- H302-Harmful if swallowed.
- H340-May cause genetic defects.
- H350-May cause cancer.
- H361f-Suspected of damaging fertility.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P264-Wash thoroughly after handling.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P312-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/if you feel unwell.
RUO – Research Use Only
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