7,12 Dimethylbenzanthracene (DMBA)

60-135, Indirect acting mutagens require the use of S9 metabolic activation to cause mutagenicity. 7,12 Dimethylbenzanthracene (DMBA; CAS# 76543-88-9). For use in Ames test with TA100 & TA1535 tester strains. Dose 5 - 10 µg/plate. Reconstitute in organic solvent such as DMSO or sterile dH2O as applicable. Positive controls and CONTROLCHEM™ chemicals are obtained from major suppliers of research chemicals and are employed without further characterization or purification. Packaged quantities are precise within 1%. Please Note: Positive controls/CONTROLCHEM™ chemicals are known mutagens/carcinogens/toxins and are sold only to those experienced in the safe handling and disposal of hazardous materials. Consult your Institutional Safety Officer before ordering. For Research Use Only