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(2-Hydroxypropyl)-beta-cyclodextrin, MW ca 1250-1480, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
2-Hydroxypropyl)-β-cyclodextrin is used to enhance solubility of hydrophobic compounds by forming complex with them. This favors its usage in pharmaceutics, in the manufacturing of drugs. Beta- cyclodextrin and its methyl derivative is used to remove cholesterol from cultured cells. Many common chiral stationary phases used in high-performance liquid chromatography columns consists of beta-cyclodextrin.
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2-Hydroxypropyl)-β-cyclodextrin is used to enhance solubility of hydrophobic compounds by forming complex with them. This favors its usage in pharmaceutics, in the manufacturing of drugs. Beta- cyclodextrin and its methyl derivative is used to remove cholesterol from cultured cells. Many common chiral stationary phases used in high-performance liquid chromatography columns consists of beta-cyclodextrin.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 305°C |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | ≈1250 to 1480 d |
| Chemical Name or Material | (2-Hydroxypropyl)-beta-cyclodextrin |
RUO – Research Use Only
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