Certificate of Analysis
| Product Name: | Tetracaine |
| Catalog Number: | M6006 |
| CAS Number: | 94-24-6 |
Physical and Chemical Properties
| Formula: | C15H24N2O2 |
| Molecular Weight: | 264.36 |
| Solubility: | DMSO 40 mg/mL |
| Storage: |
Powder -20°C 3 years ; 4°C 2 years In solvent -80°C 6 months ; -20°C 1 month |
| Chemical Structure: |  |
Analytical Data
| QC Standard: | 98.80% |
| H-NMR: | Consistent with structure |
Product Information
| Description: | Tetracaine is a topical local anesthetic for the eyes; works by interfering with entry of sodium ions into nerve cells. |
| Stability and Solubility Advice: | Information concerning product stability, particularly in solution, has rarely been reported and in most cases we can only offer a general guide. 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. |