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462050 Paraquat Dichloride (42% w/w in Water) CAS: 1910-42-5

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References
CAS Number
1910-42-5
Grade
Highly Purified
Molecular Formula
C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂
Molecular Weight
257.16
EU Commodity Code
38220090
UN DOT Shipping
UN2810 PGI
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
4°C
1,1′-Dimethyl-4,4′-bipyridinium dichloride hydrate; Gramoxone; Methyl viologen dichloride

Paraquat is a quarternary nitrogen compound that is used as an herbicide to eliminate unwanted weeds and grasses by inducing superoxide production in the mitochondria, causing a great deal of oxidative damage. Paraquat is highly toxic to humans, causing acute poisoning, lung damage and death. Paraquat is also thought to cause Parkinson’s disease.

Synonyms
1,1′-Dimethyl-4,4′-bipyridinium dichloride hydrate; Gramoxone; Methyl viologen dichloride
CAS No
1910-42-5
Molecular Formula
C₁₂H₁₄Cl₂N₂
Molecular Weight
257.16
Purity
≥95%
Appearance
Green to dark green solution
Solubility
Water
Method for Determining Identity
Proton NMR and Mass Spectrometric Analysis
Elemental Analysis
As Reported
Water Content
As Reported
Storage and Stability
May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4ºC for 6 months after time of receipt.
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
 All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
References
1. Cochemé, H., & Murphy, M.: J. Biol. Chem., 283, 1786 (2008). 2. Suntres, Z.: Toxicology, 180, 65 (2002). 3. Yang, W., et al.: J. Toxicol. Env. Heal. Part A: 71, 289 (2008)
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