PROPYLENE GLYCOL ALGINATE
Propylene Glycol Alginate is a research-grade compound used in advanced pharmaceutical and biochemical studies. Chemical & Pharmacological Characteristics Propylene glycol is a hygroscopic diol with complete miscibility in water and many organic solvents. It influences viscosity and solubilization capacity. Mechanism of Action No receptor-mediated pharmacology applies; effects are physicochemical, driven by solvent properties and osmolarity. It is primarily applied to investigate compound-specific mechanisms, physicochemical behavior, and analytical or formulation-relevant characteristics under controlled laboratory conditions.
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Product Description
Chemical & Pharmacological Characteristics
Propylene glycol is a hygroscopic diol with complete miscibility in water and many organic solvents. It influences viscosity and solubilization capacity.
Mechanism of Action
No receptor-mediated pharmacology applies; effects are physicochemical, driven by solvent properties and osmolarity.
At high concentrations it can perturb membranes and cellular hydration, necessitating careful vehicle controls in biological assays.
Advanced Research Applications
- Vehicle control and solvent compatibility testing
- Solubilization and formulation development
- Osmolarity and viscosity impact studies
- Comparative excipient toxicology benchmarking
- Stability testing of dissolved APIs
Toxicodynamics & Cellular Hazard Spectrum
- Osmotic stress at high concentrations
- Vehicle-driven assay interference
- Irritation potential upon prolonged exposure
- Confounding effects if not matched in controls
- Dispose according to solvent waste guidelines
For expert laboratory research only – not intended for biological or therapeutic exposure.
Datasheet
| Molecular Formula | C17H28O13 |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | 440.4 g/mol |
| Storage Condition | Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly closed. Protect from moisture and light. |
| Solubility | Solubility depends on solvent and conditions (e.g., pH). Please contact us for solvent-specific guidance. |
| Purity | Purity information is available upon request (COA). |
| Synonym | PROPYLENE GLYCOL ALGINATE; Dricoid; Kelcoloid; Colloid 602; Many other trade names |
| IUPAC/Chemical Name | 3-[3,4-dihydroxy-6-(2-hydroxypropoxycarbonyl)-5-methyloxan-2-yl]oxy-4,5-dihydroxy-6-methoxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid |
| InChl Key | HDSBZMRLPLPFLQ-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChl Code | InChI=1S/C17H28O13/c1-5(18)4-27-15(25)11-6(2)7(19)9(21)17(28-11)29-12-8(20)10(22)16(26-3)30-13(12)14(23)24/h5-13,16-22H,4H2,1-3H3,(H,23,24) |
| References | https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/131752735; small-molecule |
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