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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
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 |
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Lot Number | Certificate Type | Date | Catalog Number |
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P05L001 | Certificate of Analysis | 07/03/2025 | 022156.30,022156.A1,022156.18 |
Q22K020 | Certificate of Analysis | 21/08/2024 | 022156.30,022156.A1,022156.18 |
P22K020 | Certificate of Analysis | 11/06/2024 | 022156.30,022156.A1,022156.18 |
P14K033 | Certificate of Analysis | 20/03/2024 | 022156.30,022156.A1,022156.18 |
N06J041 | Certificate of Analysis | 20/02/2024 | 022156.30,022156.A1,022156.18 |
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