Glycerol (Molecular Biology), Fisher BioReagents™

Product Code	Brand	Quantity	Packaging
10021083	Fisher BioReagents BP229-1	1 L	HDPE Bottle
12144481	Fisher BioReagents BP229-4	4 L	HDPE Bottle

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.

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 56-81-5
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 92.09
• InChI Key: PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• PubChem CID: 753
• IUPAC Name: propane-1,2,3-triol

• Molecular Formula: C3H8O3
• MDL Number: MFCD00004722
• Synonym: glycerol, glycerin, glycerine, 1,2,3-propanetriol, glycyl alcohol, trihydroxypropane, glyceritol, propanetriol, 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane, osmoglyn
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17754
• SMILES: OCC(O)CO

Specifications

• CAS: 56-81-5
• Melting Point: 18°C
• pH: 5
• Assay Percent Range: ≥99.5 %
• Linear Formula: HOCH₂CH(OH)CH₂OH
• Merck Index: 15, 4520
• InChI Key: PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• IUPAC Name: propane-1,2,3-triol
• PubChem CID: 753
• Formula Weight: 92.09
• Percent Purity: ≥99.5%
• Physical Form: Viscous Liquid

• Decomposition Information: >290°C
• Density: 1.261g/cm³
• Boiling Point: 290°C
• Molecular Formula: C3H8O3
• MDL Number: MFCD00004722
• Synonym: glycerol, glycerin, glycerine, 1,2,3-propanetriol, glycyl alcohol, trihydroxypropane, glyceritol, propanetriol, 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane, osmoglyn
• SMILES: OCC(O)CO
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 92.09
• ChEBI: CHEBI:17754
• Vapor Pressure: 0.003mbar at 50°C
• Grade: DNase-, RNase- and Protease-Free
• Chemical Name or Material: Glycerol

Safety and Handling

WARNING!

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