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Chloroform, ethanol-free, 99+%, stab. with ca 50 ppm amylene, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Chloroform is a commonly used laboratory solvent. It was previously used as an anesthetic. It is also used as a precursor to PTFE and refrigerants. Chloroform was used in the past as an extraction solvent for fats, oils and greases. It is useful for the rapid and simple release of periplasmic proteins. The mixture of guanidinium thiocyanate-phenol-chloroform, plays an essential role in the RNA isolation process.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Chloroform is a commonly used laboratory solvent. It was previously used as an anesthetic. It is also used as a precursor to PTFE and refrigerants. Chloroform was used in the past as an extraction solvent for fats, oils and greases. It is useful for the rapid and simple release of periplasmic proteins. The mixture of guanidinium thiocyanate-phenol-chloroform, plays an essential role in the RNA isolation process.
Solubility
Miscible with diethyl ether, oils, ligroin, alcohol, acetone, carbon tetrachloride and carbondisulfide.Slightly miscible with water.
Notes
It is a stable and light sensitive chemical compound. Incompatible with metals, alkalies. Keep the material away from heat, sparks and flame and other sources of ignition. Store it in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area..
Specifications
Specifications
Melting Point | -63°C |
Density | 1.492 |
Boiling Point | 60.5°C to 61.5°C |
Quantity | 2500 mL |
Odor | Characteristic |
Refractive Index | 1.446 |
UN Number | UN1888 |
Beilstein | 1731042 |
Merck Index | 14,2141 |
Solubility Information | Miscible with diethyl ether,oils,ligroin,alcohol,acetone,carbon tetrachloride and carbondisulfide.Slightly miscible with water. |
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