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Description

D-Biotin is used as a vitamin in cell culture for its role in various biological processes such as fatty acid and amino acid synthesis, as well as gluconeogenesis. D-Biotin is also involved in biotinylation of proteins and nucleic acids.

Properties

Grade

Molecular Biology Grade

Shelf life

5 years

Storage Temperature

2-8°C

ECCN #

EAR99

European Com.#

200-399-3

Hazmat Ship

Non-hazardous

Purity

>98%

Appearance color

White to off-white

Appearance form

Powder

Molecular Formula

C10H16N2O3S

Molecular Weight

244.31

Melting point

231 - 233°C

Solubility (@ RT)

Soluble in hot water, DMSO (49 mg/ml at 25° C), alcohol, ethanol (<1 mg/ml at 25° C), and benzene.