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HEPPSO (4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine-1-(2-hydroxypropanesulfonic acid))
HEPPSO (4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine-1-(2-hydroxypropanesulfonic acid)) is a zwitterionic buffering agent used in biochemical and molecular biology applications requiring stable pH control. It has a CAS number of 68399-78-0, a molecular formula of C9H20N2O5S, and a molecular weight of 268.33 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and classified as Danger. Molekula supplies HEPPSO from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
HEPPSO (4-(2-Hydroxyethyl)piperazine-1-(2-hydroxypropanesulfonic acid)) is a zwitterionic buffering agent used in biochemical and molecular biology applications requiring stable pH control. It has a CAS number of 68399-78-0, a molecular formula of C9H20N2O5S, and a molecular weight of 268.33 g/mol. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and classified as Danger. Molekula supplies HEPPSO from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| pH | 5.0 - 6.0 |
| A260 (0.1M water) | ≤0.040 |
| A280 (0.1M water) | ≤0.020 |
| Assay (titr,) | ≥99% |
| Solubility 0.1M water | Clear, Colourless Solution |
| Infrared | Complies |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 68399-78-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H20N2O5S |
| Molecular Weight | 268.33 |
| SMILES | C1CN(CCN1CCO)CC(CS(=O)(=O)O)O |
| EC / UN Number | 2811 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2933.59.9500 |
| Tariff Code | 2933599590 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Corrosive
GHS05
Hazard statements
- H301 Toxic if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- 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 HEPPSO used for?
HEPPSO is primarily used as a zwitterionic buffer in biochemical and biotechnological applications, particularly in protein purification and electrophoresis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of HEPPSO?
The formula is C9H20N2O5S with a molecular weight of 268.33 g/mol.
How should HEPPSO be stored?
HEPPSO should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of HEPPSO is available from Molekula?
Molekula supplies HEPPSO in high-purity grade suitable for research and laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply HEPPSO in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply HEPPSO in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of HEPPSO?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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