Propiolactone

SKU: orb1943377

Description

β-Propiolactone (BPL) is a small molecule alkylating agent used as a chemosterilant to inactivate viruses for vaccine development (e.g., influenza) and as a bacteriostatic agent. It is applied in both in vitro virology research and in vivo immunization studies to generate non-infectious, immunogenic preparations.

Research Area

Infectious Disease & Virology, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 57-57-8
• MW: 72.06
• Formula: C₃H₄O₂
• SMILES: O=C1OCC1
• Target: SARS-CoV

Storage & Handling

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

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

2365