Nonoxynol

SKU: orb1225485

Description

Nonoxynol-9 (N-9) is a typical surfactant used as a vaginal spermicide. Spermicides are locally acting non-hormonal contraceptives. When present in the vagina during intercourse, they immobilize/inactivate/damage and/or kill sperms without eliciting systemic effects. N-9 has been in use for more than 30 years as an over-the-counter (OTC) drug in creams, gels, foams and condom lubricants. It is the most commonly used spermicidal contraceptive in the UK and the USA. In several European countries, spermicides are no longer on the market.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 26027-38-3
• MW: 514.69
• Purity: >98% (HPLC)
• Formula: C₂₈H₅₀O₈
• SMILES: OCCOc1ccc(CCCCCCCCC)cc1
• Target: COX
• Solubility: DMSO: 10 mM

Storage & Handling

• Storage: Storage temperature: -20°C. Stability: ≥ 2 years
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Alternative Names

Nonoxynols | Conceptrol | Delfen | Egyptol | Emko

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Gene Symbol

COX