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Diethyl pyrocarbonate (DEPC)

SKU 22057917 CAS 1609-47-8 O(COOC2H5)2 MW 162.14 In stock

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.

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Pack sizes & pricing

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250 mL — €540.00 per pack
25 g — €93.20 per pack
100 g — €290.00 per pack

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Specifications

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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
SKU	22057917
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

Warning

Health Hazard GHS07

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

Not for use in food, drugs, household, or in or on humans or animals. Consult the Safety Data Sheet before handling.

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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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