Trichloroacetic acid, ACS (Reag. Ph. Eur.)

Synonyms: TCA

Code
112960
CAS
76-03-9
Molar mass
163,38
Formula
C₂HCl₃O₂
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Trichloroacetic acid, ACS (Reag. Ph. Eur.)
Product Information

Catalogue Number
112960

CAS Number
76-03-9

EC No
200-927-2

Formula Hill
C₂HCl₃O₂

Chemical formula
CCl₃COOH

Molar Mass
163,38

HS code
29154000

REACH Registration no.
01-2119485186-30-0003

Classification
Superior

Safety Information

Hazard pictogram
GHS05GHS09

Hazard statement

H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary statement

P102 - Keep out of reach of children.

P103 - Read label before use.

P264 - Wash thoroughly after handling.

P273 - Avoid release to the environment.

P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

P321 - Specific treatment (see on this label).

Signal Word
DANGER

Transport Information

Classification ADR
UN 1839 , TRICHLOROACETIC ACID, 8, II

Description
Trichloroacetic acid, ACS CAS 76-03-9, is an analytical reagent commonly used in laboratories and the pharmaceutical industry for protein precipitation. It has a molar mass of 163.38 g/mol and a Hill formula of C₂HCl₃O₂. This white to colorless solid is highly soluble in water and has a variety of interesting applications. For example, it is used to precipitate macromolecules such as DNA, RNA, and proteins. In microscopy, it acts as a de-calcifier and fixative. Additionally, it is used in the treatment of warts, particularly those caused by the human papillomavirus. Moreover, it can be used in the cosmetics industry as a chemical peel or for tattoo removal. Trichloroacetic acid, ACS CAS 76-03-9, is a corrosive agent and, as such, should be handled with care. It is important to wear appropriate protective equipment to ensure safe handling.

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