α-Toluenesulfonyl fluoride (PMSF) is used in the preparation of cell lysates to inhibit protein digestion. It is a widely used fatty acid amid hydrolase (FAAH) inhibitor for pretreatment of brain membrane preparations when testing CB1 receptor activity.
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Applications
α-Toluenesulfonyl fluoride (PMSF) is used in the preparation of cell lysates to inhibit protein digestion. It is a widely used fatty acid amid hydrolase (FAAH) inhibitor for pretreatment of brain membrane preparations when testing CB1 receptor activity.
Solubility
Soluble in ether, benzene, anhydrous ethanol, methanol, 2- propane. Hydrolyses in water.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store away from strong oxidizing agents, amines, bases, water/ moisture. Store at 4°C
RUO – Research Use Only
General References:
- C Pinsky; A K Dua; F S LaBella. Phenylmethylsulfonyl fluoride (PMSF) given systemically produces naloxone-reversible analgesia and potentiates effects of beta-endorphin given centrally. Life Sciences. 1982, 31 (12-13), 1193-1196.
- G T James.Inactivation of the protease inhibitor phenylmethylsulfonyl fluoride in buffers. Analytical Biochemistry. 1978, 86 (2), 574-579.