Glycerol (Molecular Biology), Fisher BioReagents™

Description

For low-temperature storage of enzymes and bacterial cultures

Glycerol is used for low-temperature storage of enzymes and bacterial cultures, purification of proteins, and as a component in electrophoresis loading buffers.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 56-81-5
• Molecular Formula: C3H8O3
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 92.09
• MDL Number: MFCD00004722
• InChI Key: PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: glycerol, glycerin, glycerine, 1,2,3-propanetriol, glycyl alcohol, trihydroxypropane, glyceritol, propanetriol, 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane, osmoglyn
• PubChem CID: 753
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17754
• IUPAC Name: propane-1,2,3-triol
• SMILES: OCC(O)CO

• Decomposition Information: >290°C
• Melting Point: 18°C
• Density: 1.261g/cm³
• pH: 5
• Boiling Point: 290°C
• Assay Percent Range: ≥99.5 %
• Packaging: HDPE Bottle
• Linear Formula: HOCH₂CH(OH)CH₂OH
• Quantity: 4 L
• Merck Index: 15, 4520
• Vapor Pressure: 0.003mbar at 50°C
• Formula Weight: 92.09
• Percent Purity: ≥99.5%
• Grade: DNase-, RNase- and Protease-Free
• Physical Form: Viscous Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Glycerol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	WARNING!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause central nervous system effects. Hygroscopic. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Do not induce vomiting. NFPA Health:1 Flammability:1 Instability:0
Recommended Storage	RT

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