Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, BiotechGrade
Sodium Hydroxide, Pellets, BiotechGrade, also known as caustic soda, is an essential inorganic compound widely utilized in biochemical research and analysis. This highly basic substance demonstrates excellent solubility in water, ethanol, and methanol, making it a versatile reagent for various applications. Noteworthy for its deliquescent nature, Sodium Hydroxide absorbs carbon dioxide and moisture from the air, ensuring its reactivity is optimal during usage.
Key Features:
- Purity: Manufactured to meet the highest standards, free from contaminants and inhibitors, including traces of heavy metals.
- Application: Ideal for biochemical function tests involving enzymes, coenzymes, and enzyme substrates.
- Appearance: Presented as white crystalline masses in pellet form, ensuring easy handling and application.
Specifications:
| Chemical CAS Number |
1310-73-2 |
| Chemical Formula |
NaOH |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
F.W. 40.00 |
| Chemical Specs |
Appearance: White crystalline masses in pellets
Odor: Odorless
Assay (Total Alkali including a Max. of 3.0% NaCO₃): 95.0-100.5%
Appearance of a 10% Solution: Clear and colorless
Solubility: To pass test
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| MAXIMUM LIMITS |
Insoluble Substances and Organic Matter: To pass test
Arsenic: 3 ppm
Chloride: 50 ppm
Heavy Metals: 10 ppm
Iron: 3 ppm
Lead: 10 ppm
Mercury: 0.00001%
Sulfate: 50 ppm
Endotoxin by LAL: As reported
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| Chemical Storage Info |
DELIQUESCENT: Keep tightly closed. |
| Chemical DOT Description |
Sodium hydroxide, solid |
| Chemical Hazard Class |
8 |
| Chemical Packaging Group |
PG II |
| Chemical UPS Limit |
70 lb |
| Additional Shipping Charge |
Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
| Health |
3 |
| Reactivity |
2 |
| Chemical DOT |
UN1823, Sodium hydroxide, solid, 8, PG II |
| Chemical Category |
Inorganic Chemicals | Electrophoresis Products | Biotech Products |
Safety Information:
This product is classified under hazard class 8 and requires proper handling. Ensure appropriate safety measures are in place during usage to avoid exposure to this caustic material.
