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Trichloroacetic acid, ACS, 99% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Protein precipitation reagentTrichloroacetic acid is used as a precipitating agent in biochemistry for precipitation of proteins, DNA and RNA. It is an active ingredient used in cosmetic treatments like chemical peels, tattoo removal and the treatment of warts including genital warts. It is also used to determine protein concentration and as a decalcifier and fixative in microscopy.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Specifications
Specifications
pH | <1 |
Melting Point | 54°C to 58°C |
Boiling Point | 196°C |
Assay Percent Range | 99% |
UN Number | UN1839 |
Beilstein | 970119 |
Merck Index | 14,9627 |
Solubility Information | Soluble in water,alcohol,ethyl ether,benzene,acetone,o-xylene and carbon tetrachloride. |
Formula Weight | 163.39 |
Percent Purity | 99% |
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Safety and Handling
Hazard Category | H314-H335-H351 |
Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. |
Precautionary Statement | P201-P202-P260-P264b-P271-P281-P301+P330+P331-P303+P361+P353-P304+P340-P305+P351+P338-P310-P363-P501c |
DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 8; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: TRICHLOROACETIC ACID |
EINECSNumber | 200-927-2 |
RTECSNumber | AJ7875000 |
TSCA | Yes |
Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures; Store under Nitrogen |
RUO – Research Use Only
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