DEPC [Diethyl Pyrocarbonate], 25 Milliliters

DEPC (Diethyl Pyrocarbonate), 25 Milliliters, is a highly reactive chemical widely used in molecular biology to inactivate RNases in water, buffers, and laboratory solutions, protecting RNA from degradation. It works by covalently modifying histidine residues in proteins, effectively eliminating RNase activity, which is crucial for RNA isolation, handling, and downstream experiments.

This 25-milliliter volume is suitable for laboratory-scale RNA work, including treating reagents, water, and solutions prior to RNA experiments. DEPC is toxic, flammable, and releases hazardous fumes, so it must be handled with appropriate personal protective equipment and in a fume hood. Treated solutions should be autoclaved or otherwise processed to remove residual DEPC before use to ensure safety and experimental integrity.