Bronopol

SKU: orb1310205

Description

Bronopol (BNPD) is a broad-spectrum antimicrobial agent noted for its potent activity against bacteria, particularly Gram-negative strains, while maintaining low mammalian toxicity at working concentrations. It is widely used as a preservative in research applications and in in vitro studies to control microbial contamination.

Research Area

Infectious Disease & Virology

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 52-51-7
• MW: 199.99
• Purity: 99.85% (May vary between batches)
• Formula: C₃H₆BrNO₄
• SMILES: OCC(Br)(CO)[N+]([O-])=O
• Target: Antibacterial
• Solubility: Ethanol:37 mg/mL (185.01 mM);H2O:36 mg/mL (180.01 mM);10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (10 mM);DMSO:245 mg/mL (1225.06 mM)

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year | Shipping with blue ice/Shipping at ambient temperature.
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Antibacterial, Bacterial, BNPD, BNPK, Bronopol, inhibit, Inhibitor

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

2450