PMSF

Alternate Name/Synonyms: α-Toluenesulfonyl fluoride, Benzylsulfonyl fluoride, Phenylmethylsulfonyl fluoride

Appearance: White solid

Formulation: N/A

CAS Number: 329-98-6

Molecular Formula: C₇H₇FO₂S

Molecular Weight: 174.2

Purity: ≥99%

Solubility: EtOH (10%)

Storage Temp.: -20°C

Shipping Conditions: RT

Description: An irreversible inhibitor of serine proteases (such as thrombin, trypsin and chymotrypsin) and mammalian acetylcholinesterase. It causes sulfonylation of the active-site serine residues. Inhibits cysteine proteases like papain (reversible by DTT treatment). Also inhibits internucleosomal DNA fragmentation in immature thymocytes.

Handling: Protect from moisture