Fig. 1 · Structure
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Sodium octyl sulfate (SOS), 95%
Anionic Detergent
Sodium octyl sulfate (SOS) is an anionic detergent that acts as an effective ion-pairing agent. It is widely utilized in biochemical and molecular biology applications, including protein solubilization, membrane protein extraction, and chromatographic purification techniques. Due to its surfactant properties, SOS facilitates the study of various cellular components and plays a significant role in enhancing the solubility of hydrophobic compounds.
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Specifications
| Manufacturer | Adooq Bioscience |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 142-31-4 |
| Applications | Anionic Detergent |
| Formula | C8H17NaO4S |
| Molecular Weight | 232.27 |
| Synonyms | Sodium capryl sulfate; 95% |
| SMILES | O=S(OCCCCCCCC)(O[Na])=O |
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In Vitro Solubility
Reported Solubility
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Storage
Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.