4-Nitroquinoline 1-oxide
4-Nitroquinoline 1-oxide (4-NQO) is a potent research chemical carcinogen known for generating purine adducts that cause mutations. It is widely used in vitro and in vivo to model carcinogenesis and study DNA damage response mechanisms in various organisms, including bacteria and animals.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
56-57-5
Product Name Alternative
NQNO, NQO, 4 Nitroquinoline 1 oxide, 4Nqo, 4-NQO, 4-Nitroquinoline, 4Nitroquinoline 1oxide, 4-Nitroquinoline 1-oxide, 4-Nitroquinoline-N-oxide
Field of Research
Cell Biology, Molecular Biology
Purity
97.40% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
DMSO:62.5 mg/mL (328.67 mM) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (10.52 mM) ; H2O:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble)
Smiles
[O-][N+] (=O) c1cc[n+] ([O-]) c2ccccc12
Molecular Formula
C9H6N2O3
Molecular Weight
190.16
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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