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Dichloroacetic acid sodium salt
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Dichloroacetic acid sodium salt is a sodium salt of dichloroacetic acid used in biochemical research and metabolic studies. It is a white crystalline powder with a molecular formula of C2HCl2NaO2 and a molecular weight of 150.92 g/mol. It is stable at ambient temperatures and should be stored under normal conditions. The substance carries a warning signal word due to its irritant properties. Molekula supplies Dichloroacetic acid sodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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100 g — £151.80 per pack ex VAT · £182.16 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms to reference |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.03% |
| Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤0.02% |
| Water-Soluble Test | Conforms |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.01% |
| Assay (Anhydrous) | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 38838782 |
| CAS Number | 2156-56-1 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 2,2-dichloroacetate |
| EC Number | 218-461-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C2HCl2NaO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 150.92 |
| Exact Mass | 149.9251 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)[O-])(Cl)Cl.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | LUPNKHXLFSSUGS-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H2Cl2O2.Na/c3-1(4)2(5)6;/h1H,(H,5,6);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 517326 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2915.40.5050 |
| Tariff Code | 2915400090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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Serious Health Hazard
GHS08
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
- H351 Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary statements
- P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+P340 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- ACETIC ACID, DICHLORO-, SODIUM SALT
- Ceresine
- CMI X-11S
- Cpc 211
- DCA
- Dca sodium
- Dichloroacetate Sodium
- sodium 2,2-dichloroacetate
- Sodium dichloroacetate
- Sodium dichloroacetate (USAN)
Frequently asked questions
What is dichloroacetic acid sodium salt used for?
It is primarily used as a research chemical in metabolic studies and as an intermediate in organic synthesis.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C2HCl2NaO2 with a molecular weight of 150.92 g/mol.
How should it be stored?
Store at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade is available?
Available in research grade; purity details are provided in the certificate of analysis.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—contact our sales team for pricing and lead times.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a certificate of analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS).
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