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Trichloroacetic acid, ACS, 99% min, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
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.
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Specifications
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%
Grade
ACS
Hazard Category
H314-H335-H351
Hazard Statement
GHS H Statement
H314
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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