Boric Acid (Crystalline/Electrophoresis), Fisher BioReagents

Description

This high-purity electrophoresis-grade reagent is used in the preparation of Tris/Borate/EDTA electrophoresis buffers.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 10043-35-3
• Molecular Formula: BH3O3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 61.83
• MDL Number: MFCD00011337
• InChI Key: KGBXLFKZBHKPEV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: orthoboric acid, boracic acid, borofax, boron hydroxide, boron trihydroxide, three elephant, basilit b, trihydroxyborone, h3bo3, flea prufe
• PubChem CID: 7628
• ChEBI: CHEBI:33118
• IUPAC Name: boric acid
• SMILES: OB(O)O

• pH: 3.8 to 4.8
• Color: White
• Melting Point: 169°C
• Heavy Metals (as Pb): 0.001% max.
• Identification: Pass Test
• Non_volatile Matter: 0.05% max.
• Packaging: Glass Bottle
• Vapor Pressure: 2.7mbar at 20°C
• Assay Percent Range: ≥99 %
• Quantity: 500 g
• Physical Form: Powder/Solid
• Merck Index: 15, 1339
• Formula Weight: 61.83
• Percent Purity: ≥99%
• Grade: DNase-Free
• Chemical Name or Material: Boric Acid

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	WARNING!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview May impair fertility. Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause irritation of respiratory tract. May cause central nervous system effects. Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Use personal protective equipment. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. NFPA Health:2 Flammability:0 Instability:1
Recommended Storage	RT

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