Dimethylsulfoxide (DMSO) is a very polar organic compound that is useful in organic chemistry for solubilizing organic and inorganic compounds. DMSO is also used as a cryoprotectant for cell media, preventing the formation of ice crystals, which would otherwise damage cells.DMSO can be used in PCR reactions to inhibit the self-complementation of DNA or PCR primers and increase amplification, especially for DNA sequences, which have GC rich sequences.
Product SpecificationsDimethylsulfoxide, ACS GradeDMSO
Formula: C2H6SO
MW: 78.13 g/mol
Storage/Handling: Store desiccated at room temperature.
PubChem Chemical ID: 679
Note: DMSO ships as multiple 25 ml units to qualify for a small quantity exception to hazardous fees.