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Cacodylic acid, 98%
Description
A useful arsenic acid for proteomics research. It a good substitute for phosphate in applications to avoid phosphates. Cacodylic Acid is useful for some DNA applications and is also popular 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.
A useful arsenic acid for proteomics research. It a good substitute for phosphate in applications to avoid phosphates. Cacodylic Acid is useful for some DNA applications and is also popular in microscopy.
Solubility
Soluble in water (50 mg/ml), water (2000 at 25°C), alcohols, and acetic acid. Insoluble in ether.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Store away from moisture, air and oxidizing agents. Store under inert gas.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 200°C |
| UN Number | UN1572 |
| Beilstein | 1736965 |
| Merck Index | 14,1604 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water (50mg/ml),water (2000 at 25°C),alcohols,and acetic acid. Insoluble in ether. |
| Formula Weight | 138 |
| Percent Purity | 98% |
| Quantity | 2.5 g |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Chemical Name or Material | Cacodylic acid |
Safety and Handling
- Dimethylarsinic acid
- Danger
- Acute toxicity Category 3
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 1
- ACUTE AQUATIC Acute 1
- H301-Toxic if swallowed.
- H331-Toxic if inhaled.
- H400-Very toxic to aquatic life.
- H410-Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- P261-Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P264-Wash face, hands and anyexposed skin thoroughly after handling.
- P301+P310-IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor /
- P304+P340-IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P311-Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ .
- P403+P233-Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Cacodylic acid
RUO – Research Use Only
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