Certificate of Analysis

 

Product Name: Squalene
Catalog Number: M9969
CAS Number: 111-02-4

Physical and Chemical Properties
Formula: C30H50
Molecular Weight: 410.72
Solubility: Soluble in ether; Soluble in petroleum ether; Soluble in acetone; Soluble in carbon tetrachloride
Storage: 2-8°C, dry, sealed
Chemical Structure: Squalene Structure
Analytical Data
QC Standard: >98%, liquid
H-NMR: Consistent with structure
Product Information
Description: Squalene is a hydrocarbon containing double bond commonly found in shark liver oil, it is a biosynthetic precursor to all steroids.
   
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We recommend that stock solutions, once prepared, are stored aliquoted in tightly sealed vials and used within 1 month. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles. Storage conditions for some special products should refer to their storage details.