Hexamethyldisilazane (DG)

HEXAMETHYLDISILAZANE (HMDS) For fast preparation of soft insect tissues, also bacteria and some other "hardy" specimens in lieu of CPD.

F.W. 161.40 B.P. 126.7 deg. C.

Method: After complete dehydration up to 2 changes in abs. ethanol, treat specimens for 10min. in 1:1 ethanol : HMDS and then 3x10 minutes in pure HMDS. Dry specimen on filter paper in a glass petri dish with lid ajar within a fume hood.
Slower drying by refrigerating the Petri dish overnight (and warm up before opening to avoid condensation) may be beneficial with sensitive specimens.

Int.J.Insect.Morph.Embryol., 12(4),201 (1983); Stain Tech., 58(6),347 (1983)

Store at room temperature

SDS

This product is listed as dangerous goods for the purposes of shipping. Road transport only. Please do not order express shipping, as this will only result in a delay to your order.

Ordering schedule: April, August, November.

We order from this manufacturer at the beginning of these months, for delivery to our warehouse after 4-6 weeks.

Code	Title	Pack Size	Availability	Price	Updated: 29-06-2022
C108	Hexamethyldisilazane (DG)	100mL	See above	AU $104.00	Image Close