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Nalidixic acid, 99%
Description
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Suitable for battery materials development.
Nalidixic acid is a synthetic 1,8-naphthyridine antimicrobial agent. It is also used as an inhibitor of bacterial DNA gyrase. It plays an important role in the treatment of urinary tract infections caused by susceptible gram-negative microorganisms, including the majority of E. Coli, Enterobacter species, Klebsiella species and Proteus species.
Solubility
Soluble in diethyl ether, acetone, methylene chloride, chloroform and methanol. Insoluble in water.
Notes
Light sensitive and air sensitive. Store in a cool place. Keep the container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 228°C to 230°C |
| Quantity | 25 g |
| Beilstein | 750515 |
| Merck Index | 14,6359 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in diethyl ether,acetone,methylene chloride,chloroform and methanol. Insoluble in water. |
| Formula Weight | 232.24 |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Nalidixic acid |
Safety and Handling
- Nalidixic acid
- Danger
- Respiratory sensitiser Category 1
- Skin sensitiser Category 1
- H317-May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H334-May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P342+P311-If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Nalidixic acid
RUO – Research Use Only
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