Thermo Scientific™ N-Lauroylsarcosine sodium salt, ultrapure, 97%, 50g

Thermo Scientific™ N-Lauroylsarcosine Sodium Salt is a high-purity anionic surfactant ideal for use in biochemistry, molecular biology, protein extraction, and nucleic acid purification. With a chemical purity of 97% or greater and a low moisture content, this ultrapure formulation is well suited for sensitive workflows where contamination or denaturation must be minimized.

This compound is commonly used in protein solubilization protocols, SDS-free lysis buffers, and nucleic acid extraction processes. It also finds utility in phenol-free deproteinization steps and enzymatic reaction buffers.

Key Features and Benefits

• Ultrapure formulation ensures compatibility with sensitive molecular workflows
• High chemical purity of ≥97% as verified by TLC
• Mild surfactant properties effective in membrane disruption and protein solubilization
• Easy-to-handle white powder form dissolves readily in aqueous solutions
• Non-denaturing and enzyme-compatible detergent for DNA/RNA extraction buffers

Typical Applications

• Protein Solubilization and Extraction
  Useful for isolating membrane proteins while maintaining structural integrity
• DNA and RNA Purification
  Facilitates the breakdown of membranes during lysis for genomic studies
• Non-Ionic Buffer Formulations
  Included in buffers that require non-denaturing surfactants for enzymatic compatibility
• Molecular Biology Protocols
  Applied in PCR prep, electrophoresis buffers, and low-contamination lysis steps
• Personal Care R&D (non-lab grade)
  Studied as a cleansing and foaming agent in cosmetic and oral care formulations

Technical Specifications

Thermo Scientific™ N-Lauroylsarcosine Sodium Salt (Ultrapure, 97%) offers an excellent choice for laboratory protocols that require a non-denaturing, highly pure surfactant for protein and nucleic acid work. Its broad utility across molecular biology, protein chemistry, and sample prep ensures consistent performance in critical research applications.