- Catalogue No.
E146
- Size
1g
- CAS No.
9011-18-1
- Storage
Store at room temperature, protected from light and moisture, in a tightly sealed container. The shelf life is 2 years under these conditions.
- Background
Dextran sulfate sodium salt (DSS) is a polyanionic derivative of dextran, produced by esterification of dextran with chlorosulfonic acid. This product is of Colitis Grade and is the most widely used reagent worldwide for inducing inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) in animal models.
- Product Properties
Appearance: White to off‑white or light yellow powder
Sulfur content Approx.: 17%-20%
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol
pH (1% aqueous solution) : 5.0-7.5
Water content: ≤ 10%
Specific optical rotation: +75°~ +105°
Purity: ≥ 99%
- Precautions
1. Laboratory safety: Wear laboratory coats and disposable gloves during handling. Avoid inhalation of powder.
2. Batch-to-batch variability: DSS is a polymer; different batches may exhibit variations in molecular weight, which can significantly affect colitis induction results. It is recommended to purchase a sufficient quantity of the same batch for a single experimental project to minimize experimental variables.
3. Intended use: This product is for research use only. It must not be used for clinical diagnosis, human therapy, pharmaceutical formulations, or food additives. Our company assumes no liability for any use other than that stated herein.
