Molekula
EGTA
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EGTA is a chelating agent used to bind calcium ions in biochemical and cellular research. It is commonly employed in buffer solutions to control calcium concentration. Available in powder form with a molecular weight of 380.35 g/mol, CAS number 67-42-5, and stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies EGTA from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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25 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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50 g — £65.00 per pack ex VAT · £78.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 240 - 244°C |
| Heavy metals | ≤ 5ppm |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 2.0% |
| Chloride (Cl-) | ≤ 50ppm |
| Purity (Titration) | ≥ 98.0% |
| Identification (IR) | Conforms to reference |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 29346817 |
| CAS Number | 67-42-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 2-[2-[2-[2-[bis(carboxymethyl)amino]ethoxy]ethoxy]ethyl-(carboxymethyl)amino]acetic acid |
| EC Number | 200-651-2 |
| Molecular Formula | [-CH2OCH2CH2N(CH2CO2H)2]2 |
| Molecular Weight | 380.35 |
| Exact Mass | 380.1431 |
| SMILES | C(COCCOCCN(CC(=O)O)CC(=O)O)N(CC(=O)O)CC(=O)O |
| InChIKey | DEFVIWRASFVYLL-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C14H24N2O10/c17-11(18)7-15(8-12(19)20)1-3-25-5-6-26-4-2-16(9-13(21)22)10-14(23)24/h1-10H2,(H,17,18)(H,19,20)(H,21,22)(H,23,24) |
| PubChem CID | 6207 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29225050 |
| Tariff Code | 2922500090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 6,9-Dioxa-3,12-diazatetradecanedioic acid, 3,12-bis(carboxymethyl)-
- Acide egtazique
- Acido egtazico
- Acidum egtazicum
- Ebonta
- Egtazic acid
- Ethylene Glycol Tetraacetic Acid
- Ethylenebis(oxyethylenenitrilo)tetraacetic acid
- Ethylenedioxybis(ethyleneamino)tetraacetic acid
- Gedta
Frequently asked questions
What is EGTA used for?
EGTA is primarily used as a calcium chelating agent in biochemical and cellular research, particularly in experiments requiring selective calcium ion removal.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of EGTA?
The formula of EGTA is [-CH2OCH2CH2N(CH2CO2H)2]2 with a molecular weight of 380.35 g/mol.
How should EGTA be stored?
EGTA should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of EGTA does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies EGTA in high-purity research grade, suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply EGTA in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply EGTA in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an EGTA order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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