Quisqualic Acid

• Catalog Number: orb1713806
• Category: Small Molecules
• Description: Glutamate receptor agonist
• CAS Number: 52809-07-1
• Form/Appearance: Off white solid
• Purity: 99.2%
• MW: 189.13
• Formula: C₅H₇N₃O₅
• Hazard Information: Classification: Not WHMIS controlled. Safety Phrases: S22 - Do not breathe dust. S24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S36/37/39 - Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. Hazard statements: H302 + H312 Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin H332 Harmful if inhaled. Precautionary statements: P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing. P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P302 + P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P322 Specific measures (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label). P330 Rinse mouth. P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
• Solubility (25°C): Soluble to 100 mM in 1eq. NaOH; 10 mM in water
• Source: Isolated from Quisqualis fructus
• Storage: -20°C
• Alternative names: (L)-(+)-α-Amino-3,5-dioxo-1,2,4-oxadiazolidine-2-p
• Note: For research use only
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.