Code
112960
CAS
76-03-9
Molar mass
163,38
Formula
C₂HCl₃O₂
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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
Hazard statement
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
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).
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.(* Usually in stock)
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