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DTT (Dithiothreitol)
Dithiothreitol (DTT) is a reducing agent commonly used in biochemistry to break disulfide bonds in proteins and stabilize thiol groups. It is widely employed in protein purification, electrophoresis, and molecular biology applications. Available with a molecular formula of C4H10O2S2, molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol, and CAS number 3483-12-3. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies DTT from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Dithiothreitol (DTT) is a reducing agent commonly used in biochemistry to break disulfide bonds in proteins and stabilize thiol groups. It is widely employed in protein purification, electrophoresis, and molecular biology applications. Available with a molecular formula of C4H10O2S2, molecular weight of 154.25 g/mol, and CAS number 3483-12-3. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies DTT from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White free flowing powder |
| Melting Point | 38.0 - 44.0°C |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| pH | 4.0 - 6.0 (0.1M aq.) |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 0.5% |
| Solubility | Soluble in methanol and methylene chloride, water, absolute ethanol, acetone, ethyl acetate |
| Assay | ≥ 99.0% |
| UV Absorbance | @ 500nm: ≤ 0.05, @ 280nm: ≤ 0.10 |
| Clarity | A) 5% (W/V) solution in water is clear and colourless. B) 1 molar solution in 0.01m sodium acetate at pH 5.2 should be clear and colourless |
| For research use only, not for human use | research use only, not for human use |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 36 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 3483-12-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C4H10O2S2 |
| Molecular Weight | 154.25 |
| SMILES | OC(CS)C(O)CS |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29309092 |
| Tariff Code | 2930909599 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- 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
- 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
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is DTT used for?
DTT is commonly used as a reducing agent in biochemical applications, such as protein denaturation and preventing disulfide bond formation.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of DTT?
The formula is C4H10O2S2 and the molecular weight is 154.25 g/mol.
How should DTT be stored?
DTT should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light and moisture.
What grade of DTT does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies DTT in high-purity grade suitable for research and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply DTT in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply DTT in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a DTT order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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