5-[3-(Carboxymethoxy)phenyl]-3-(4,5-dimethyl-2-thiazolyl)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium inner salt

• CAS: 138169-43-4
• Catalog Number: ACM138169434
• Category: Other Products
• Molecular Weight: 487.515
• Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₁₇N₅O₆S₂
• Synonyms: 3-(4,5-Dimethylthiazol-2-yl)-5-(3-carboxymethoxyphenyl)-2-(4-sulfophenyl)-2H-tetrazolium;4-[5-[3-(carboxymethoxy)phenyl]-3-(4,5-dimethyl-1,3-thiazol-2-yl)tetrazol-3-ium-2-yl]benzenesulfonate;3-MTS;MTS Reagent, cell proliferation assay reagent
• Appearance: powder
• Safety Description: 24/25

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What is the chemical formula of Methyl cellulose?

The chemical formula of Methyl cellulose is C20H38O11.

What are the synonyms for Methyl cellulose?

Some synonyms for Methyl cellulose include METHYL CELLULOSE, Methylcellulose, and MFCD00081763.

What is the molecular weight of Methyl cellulose?

The molecular weight of Methyl cellulose is 454.5 g/mol.

How is Methyl cellulose used in food and cosmetics?

Methyl cellulose is used as a stabiliser, thickener, and emulsifier in foodstuffs and cosmetics.

What is the Degree of Substitution (DS) of Methyl cellulose?

The Degree of Substitution of Methyl cellulose is defined as the average number of substituted hydroxyl groups per glucose with typical values ranging from 1.3 to 2.6.

How does Methyl cellulose act as a laxative?

Methyl cellulose is the methyl ether of cellulose with laxative activity. It attracts large amounts of water into the colon, increasing viscosity and producing a softer and bulkier stool.

What is the color and form of Methyl cellulose?

Methyl cellulose is a hydrophilic white powder in pure form.

What type of solution does Methyl cellulose form in water?

Methyl cellulose dissolves in cold water, forming a clear viscous solution or gel but not in hot water.

List some identifiers associated with Methyl cellulose.

Some identifiers associated with Methyl cellulose include CAS number 9004-67-5, EC number 618-391-7, and RXCUI 6873.

How is Methyl cellulose used in the pharmaceutical industry?

Methylcellulose is used as an emulsifying and suspending agent in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and the chemical industry, as well as therapeutically as a bulk laxative.