Molekula
Acrylamide 4K - 40% aqueous solution - Mix 37.5 : 1
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Acrylamide 4K is a high-purity, 40% aqueous solution of the monomer acrylamide (CAS 79-06-1), primarily used in polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. It is supplied as a ready-to-use gel-casting mix of acrylamide and the cross-linker N,N'-methylenebisacrylamide in a 37.5:1 ratio, for convenience. The product has a molecular formula of CH2=CHCONH2 and a molecular weight of 71.08 g/mol. Store at 2–8°C. Signal word: Danger. Molekula supplies Acrylamide 4K from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear colourless to light yellow liquid |
| UV | 290nm, A: ≤ 0.1 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Transport Class | 6.1 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 54067332 |
| CAS Number | 79-06-1 |
| IUPAC Name | prop-2-enamide |
| EC Number | 201-173-7 |
| Molecular Formula | CH2=CHCONH2 |
| Molecular Weight | 71.08 |
| Exact Mass | 71.0371 |
| SMILES | C=CC(=O)N |
| InChIKey | HRPVXLWXLXDGHG-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H5NO/c1-2-3(4)5/h2H,1H2,(H2,4,5) |
| PubChem CID | 6579 |
| UN Number | UN3426 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2924.19.1150 |
| Tariff Code | 2924190050 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H340 May cause genetic defects
- H350 May cause cancer
- H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.
- H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure
Precautionary statements
- P201 Obtain special instructions before use
- 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
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is acrylamide 4K 40% aqueous solution used for?
This solution is primarily used in polyacrylamide gel electrophoresis (PAGE) for DNA, RNA, and protein separation, as well as in molecular biology research applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of acrylamide?
The chemical formula is CH₂=CHCONH₂, and the molecular weight is 71.08 g/mol.
How should acrylamide 4K 40% aqueous solution be stored?
Store at 2–8°C in a cool, dry place. Avoid exposure to light and extreme temperatures.
What grade of acrylamide is this, and is it suitable for research or industrial use?
This is a research-grade acrylamide solution, optimized for laboratory applications like gel electrophoresis. It is not intended for industrial-scale polymerization.
Can Molekula supply acrylamide in bulk quantities?
Yes, we can provide bulk quantities of acrylamide 4K 40% aqueous solution upon request, subject to availability and regulatory compliance.
What documentation comes with an order of acrylamide?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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