Molekula

Ficoll® 400

SKU 24153174 CAS 26873-85-8 [C12H22O11 . C3H5ClO]n MW ca 400,000 Available on enquiry

Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries

ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 1999 · Certificate of Analysis with every batch

Ficoll® 400 is a high molecular weight synthetic polysucrose used primarily for density gradient centrifugation in the separation of blood cells, viruses, and subcellular particles. It is a branched polymer of sucrose and epichlorohydrin with a nominal molecular weight of approximately 400,000. CAS number: 26873-85-8; molecular formula: [C12H22O11 · C3H5ClO]n; storage: ambient temperature; signal word: none. Molekula supplies Ficoll® 400 from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

Contact sales

Expect a response within hours Speak to a chemist: +44 (0) 3302 000333

Paste this into the structure editor to work on it

Overview

SKU: 24153174
CAS Number: 26873-85-8
Molecular Formula: [C12H22O11 . C3H5ClO]n
Molecular Weight: ca 400,000
SMILES: ClCC1OC1.OCC1OC(OC2(OC(CO)C(O)C2O)CO)C(O)C(O)C1O

See the other grade of CAS 26873-85-8 →

Frequently asked questions

What is Ficoll® 400 used for?

Ficoll® 400 is primarily used for density gradient centrifugation in the isolation of cells, viruses, and subcellular components.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Ficoll® 400?

The formula is [C12H22O11 · C3H5ClO]n with a molecular weight of approximately 400,000 g/mol.

How should Ficoll® 400 be stored?

Ficoll® 400 should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.

What grade of Ficoll® 400 is available?

Ficoll® 400 is available in research grade, suitable for laboratory use.

Can Molekula supply Ficoll® 400 in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply Ficoll® 400 in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a Ficoll® 400 order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

Related products

Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.