Molecular structure of Benzocaine, CAS Number: 94-09-7
Benzocaine (CAS 94-09-7)
Alternate Names:
Ethyl 4-aminobenzoate
Application:
Benzocaine is a surface anesthetic
CAS Number:
94-09-7
Purity:
≥99%
Molecular Weight:
165.19
Molecular Formula:
C9H11NO2
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Benzocaine is a local anesthetic that functions by inhibiting the voltage-gated sodium channels in the cell membrane of neurons. This inhibition prevents the generation and conduction of nerve impulses, leading to a reversible loss of sensation in the area of application. Benzocaine achieves this by binding to the sodium channels and stabilizing the inactive state, thereby preventing the channels from opening in response to depolarization. This mechanism of action effectively blocks the transmission of signals along the nerve fibers, resulting in a numbing effect on the sensory nerves. By interfering with the normal function of the sodium channels, benzocaine disrupts the propagation of action potentials, ultimately leading to the temporary loss of sensation in the targeted area.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
Benzocaine, 100 g | sc-239305 | 100 g | $29.00 |