Methylglyoxal

Application Notes

Methylglyoxal is used in formation of secondary organic aerosol. It it may be involved in the formation of advanced glycation endproducts (AGEs)

Usage Statement

Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.

Key Applications

Glycation Agent

SKU	02155558-CF
Alternate Names	Pyruvic aldehyde; 2-Oxopropanal; Acethylformaldehyde; Pyruvaldehyde
Application Notes	Methylglyoxal is used in formation of secondary organic aerosol. It it may be involved in the formation of advanced glycation endproducts (AGEs)
Base Catalog Number	155558
Beilstein Registry Number	906750
Boiling Point	162° F at 760 mm Hg (NTP, 1992)
CAS #	78-98-8
Density	1.06 at 68° F (NTP, 1992)
EC Number	201-164-8
Format	Liquid
Hazard Statements	H319
Melting Point	< 25 °C
Molecular Formula	C3H4O2
Molecular Weight	72.063 g/mol
Personal Protective Equipment	Eyeshields, Faceshields, Full-face particle respirator, Gloves, Respirator cartridge, Respirator filter
RTECS Number	UZ0700000
Safety Symbol	GHS07
Solubility	greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 63° F (NTP, 1992)
Usage Statement	Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical's products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department.
Vapor Pressure	26.7 mm Hg at 25 deg C (est)