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T2300 Tegosept (Drosophila anti-fungal agent) (p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester, Methyl 4-hydroxybenzoate, Nipagine) CAS: 99-76-3

Specifications
Brand
BioReagent™
CAS Number
99-76-3
Grade
Molecular Biology Grade
Molecular Formula
C8H8O3
Molecular Weight
152.1
EU Commodity Code
38220090
Shipping Temp
RT
Storage Temp
4°C
p-hydroxybenzoic acid, methyl ester; methyl paraben; nipagen; Lexgard M

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
Loss on Drying
≤0.5%
Residue on Ignition
≤0.5%
Sulfated Ash
≤0.5%
Heavy Metals
≤0.0002%
Storage
4°C
Important Note
Toxicity and Hazards
 
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