Compound Q&A
Is agarose (CAS: 9012-36-6) safe?
Answer
Agarose is generally considered safe when used as intended. It is GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) by the FDA for food applications and has low toxicity in pharmaceutical and research contexts. However, proper handling is recommended to avoid inhalation or skin contact, and safety data sheets should be consulted for detailed precautionary measures.
About
CAS No
9012-36-6
English Name
Agarose
Molecular Formula
C24H38O19
Molecular Weight
630.5 g/mol
SMILES
C1C2C(C(O1)C(C(O2)O)O)OC3C(C(C(C(O3)CO)O)OC4C(C5C(C(O4)CO5)OC6C(C(C(C(O6)CO)O)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
MJQHZNBUODTQTK-WKGBVCLCSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-28 11:52
