Tegosept (Drosophila anti-fungal agent) (p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Nipagine)

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SKU:: T2300
Molekulargewicht:: 152.1
Lagerbedingungen:: RT
Hersteller:: United States Biological
CAS Number:: 99-76-3
Weitere Details:: Drosophila anti-fungal agent or mold inhibitor used in conjunction with Drosophila Insect Diet (Caltech). Used as a fly food preservative. Odorless, tasteless and non-toxic (sanctioned for food use), Tegosept is active at low concentrations against a broad spectrum of microorganisms. Drosophila Diet Medium: 1. Dissolve 226.53 grams Drosophila Diet Medium (Powder) D9600-07 per liter of distilled/ deionized water, heating to boiling with stirring until completely solubilized. 2. Allow to cool to 80°C. 3. Add in while stirring antifungal agents: Tegosept (0.07-2%/L) or Propionic Acid Mix (11.7ml/L). Note: both can be added for additional fungal protection or to eliminate sporadic mold problems. 4. Dispense into appropriate containers, store at 4ºC in the dark. Synonyms: p-hydroxybenzoic acid, methyl ester; methyl paraben; nipagen; Lexgard M CAS No: 99-76-3 Molecular Formula: C8H8O3 (10% p-hydroxybenzoic acid in 95% EtOH) Molecular Weight: 152.1 Purity: ≥98% Appearance: White crystalline powder Melting Point: 125-128°C (lit) Storage and Stability: Powder may be stored at RT. Stable for 6 months after receipt. Hygroscopic. Store under inert atmosphere.