Molekula
Benedicts Reagent
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Benedict’s Reagent is a copper(II) sulfate-based solution used to detect reducing sugars and non-reducing sugars in qualitative chemical analysis, particularly in food, pharmaceutical, and biochemical testing. It reacts with aldehydes and some ketones to form a red precipitate, confirming the presence of glucose, fructose, or maltose. This reagent contains copper(II) sulfate pentahydrate, sodium carbonate, and sodium citrate in aqueous solution. CAS 63126-89-6, molecular weight 475.74 g/mol, stored at ambient conditions. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Benedict’s Reagent from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 L — £62.00 per pack ex VAT · £74.40 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Blue liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Transport Class | 9 |
| Packing Group | III |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90025169 |
| CAS Number | 63126-89-6 |
| Molecular Formula | N/A |
| Molecular Weight | 475.74 |
| UN Number | UN3082 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 3822.90.0000 |
| Tariff Code | 3822900000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Hazardous to the Environment
GHS09
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
- P391 Collect spillage
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Benedict’s Reagent primarily used for?
Benedict’s Reagent is used to test for reducing sugars and non-reducing sugars (after hydrolysis) in qualitative biochemical analysis, such as in food science and clinical diagnostics.
What is the molecular weight (MW) of Benedict’s Reagent?
The molecular weight of Benedict’s Reagent is **475.74 g/mol** (calculated for the copper(II) sulfate-sodium citrate-sodium carbonate mixture).
How should Benedict’s Reagent be stored?
Store Benedict’s Reagent at **ambient temperature** in a tightly sealed container, away from direct light and moisture to prevent degradation.
What grade of Benedict’s Reagent does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies **analytical-grade Benedict’s Reagent**, suitable for laboratory testing and research applications requiring high purity.
Can Molekula supply Benedict’s Reagent in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide Benedict’s Reagent in bulk, with customizable packaging options to meet large-scale research or industrial needs.
What documentation comes with an order of Benedict’s Reagent?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability and compliance.
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