02153495-CF | CAS 1310-73-2 | Sodium hydroxide | MPBIO
Key Features and Details
Sodium Hydroxide
| SKU | 02153495-CF |
| Alternate Names | Caustic soda; Soda lye; Sodium hydrate |
| Application Notes | Sodium hydroxide is used in Maxam-Gilbert DNA sequencing technique, in RNA gel blot procedure for simultaneous transfer and fixing of RNA to a positively charged nylon membrane & for decontamination of mycobacterial isolates. It is also used in a variety of largescale applications, such as pulp and paper manufacturing, the manufacture of soap and detergents, and water treatment. |
| Auto Ignition | Not flammable (USCG, 1999) |
| Base Catalog Number | 153495 |
| Boiling Point | greater than 266° F at 760 mm Hg (USCG, 1999) |
| CAS # | 1310-73-2 |
| Density | 1.5 at 68° F (USCG, 1999) |
| EC Number | 215-185-5 |
| Format | Pellets |
| Grade | Anhydrous |
| Hazard Statements | H314 |
| Melting Point | 604° F (USCG, 1999) |
| Molecular Formula | NaOH |
| Molecular Weight | 39.997 g/mol |
| Personal Protective Equipment | Eyeshields, Faceshields, full-face particle respirator, Gloves, respirator cartridge, respirator filter |
| pH | Strongly alkaline (1 % solution) |
| Purity | ≥97% |
| RTECS Number | WB4900000 |
| Safety Symbol | GHS05 |
| Solubility | 111 % (NIOSH, 2016) |
| 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 | 0 mm Hg (approx) (NIOSH, 2016) |
