02151940-CF | CAS 9002-89-5 | Polyvinyl alcohol, MW ~72,000 | MPBIO
Key Features and Details
Polyvinyl Alcohol, Mw 72,000
| SKU | 02151940-CF |
| Alternate Names | PVA; Ethenol Homopolymer; Elvanol; Gelvatols |
| Application Notes | Polyvinyl Alcohol(PVA) is used as a tissue stabilizer or mounting media in histochemistry. PVA has been used as a preservative. PVA forms microgels in aqueous solution. |
| Base Catalog Number | 151940 |
| Boiling Point | 644° F at 760 mm Hg approximately (NTP, 1992) |
| CAS # | 9002-89-5 |
| Density | 1.329 (NTP, 1992) |
| Flash Point | 175° F (NTP, 1992) |
| Format | Crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 442° F (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Molecular Weight | ~72,000 |
| Personal Protective Equipment | Eyeshields, Gloves, respirator filter |
| pH | 5,0 to 6,5 (4 % solution) |
| RTECS Number | TR8101000 |
| Solubility | Soluble (NTP, 1992) |
| Usage Statement | Unless specified otherwise, MP Biomedical’s products are for research or further manufacturing use only, not for direct human use. For more information, please contact our customer service department. |
| Vapor Pressure | Negligible (NTP, 1992) |
