Trifluoroacetic Acid, Biochemical Grade
Trifluoroacetic Acid (TFA) is a high-purity, colorless liquid characterized by its sharp odor. This organofluorine compound stands out due to its remarkable acidity, approximately 34,000 times stronger than acetic acid, making it an essential synthetic organic reagent. It is primarily utilized for the removal of the t-butoxycarbonyl protecting group in peptide synthesis, a critical step in biochemical research and analysis.
Key Features
- High-purity reagent suitable for biochemical research.
- Effectively removes t-butoxycarbonyl groups in peptide synthesis.
- Tested for the absence of inhibitors, including traces of heavy metals.
- Biochemical functionality verified for enzymes, coenzymes, and enzyme substrates.
Specifications
| Chemical CAS Number |
76-05-1 |
| Chemical Formula |
C2HF3O2 |
| Chemical Formula Weight |
F.W. 114.02 |
| Chemical Specs |
Assay Min. 99.5%
MAXIMUM LIMITS: Water 0.03% |
| Chemical Storage Info |
HYGROSCOPIC: Keep tightly closed. |
| Chemical DOT Description |
Trifluoroacetic acid |
| Chemical Hazard Class |
8 |
| Chemical Packaging Group |
PG I |
| Chemical UPS Limit |
500 ml |
| Health |
3 |
| Chemical DOT |
UN2699, Trifluoroacetic acid, 8, PG I |
| Chemical Category |
Biotech Products |
Applications
Trifluoroacetic Acid is widely used in peptide synthesis and various biochemical analyses, making it a valuable reagent for researchers in biochemistry and molecular biology. Its high acidity and purity are critical for achieving accurate and reliable results in experiments.
