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Diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC)
Diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC) is a chemical used primarily to inactivate ribonucleases in laboratory solutions, ensuring RNA integrity during experiments. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 1609-47-8, Molecular Formula: O(COOC2H5)2, Molecular Weight: 162.14 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Diethyl pyrocarbonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC) is a chemical used primarily to inactivate ribonucleases in laboratory solutions, ensuring RNA integrity during experiments. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a pungent odor. CAS: 1609-47-8, Molecular Formula: O(COOC2H5)2, Molecular Weight: 162.14 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Diethyl pyrocarbonate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.0005% |
| Colour | ≤10 |
| Chloride (Cl) | ≤0.001% |
| Assay | ≥99.0% |
| Ethanol | ≤0.2% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.1% |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤0.0002% |
| Diethyl Carbonate | ≤1.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 69 C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 1609-47-8 |
| Molecular Formula | O(COOC2H5)2 |
| Molecular Weight | 162.14 |
| SMILES | O=C(OC(=O)OCC)OCC |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29209010 |
| Tariff Code | 2920901090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC) used for?
DEPC is primarily used to inactivate ribonucleases (RNases) in laboratory solutions, making it essential for RNA work and molecular biology applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of DEPC?
The formula is O(COOC2H5)2 and the molecular weight is 162.14 g/mol.
How should DEPC be stored?
DEPC should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent decomposition.
What grade of DEPC does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies DEPC in high-purity grade suitable for molecular biology applications.
Can Molekula supply DEPC in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply DEPC in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a DEPC order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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