Thiourea is a chaotrope used together with urea in the IPG strip rehydration to solubilize and denature proteins, and improve the solubility of membrane proteins.
Thiourea — Technical Specifications
Complete Packsize
100 g
Application
Used together with urea in the IPG strip rehydration solution to solubilize and denature proteins
Physical State
Solid
Color
White
Molecular Weight [Mr]
76.13
pH Range
5-7
CAS Number
62-56-6
Synonym
Sulfourea, Thiocarbamide
Boiling Point
Decomposes
Melting/Freezing Point
176-178°C
Solubility
Easily soluble in methanol, soluble in cold and hot water, partially soluble in diethyl ether