Molekula
Glycerol (Molecular Biology Grade)
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Glycerol (Molecular Biology Grade) is a simple polyol compound widely used as a humectant, solvent, and cryoprotectant in molecular biology, PCR applications, and cell culture media for preserving sample integrity. It is also employed in pharmaceutical formulations and as a stabilizer in various biochemical processes. This high-purity glycerol meets stringent molecular biology standards, with a CAS number of 56-81-5, molecular formula C3H8O3, and molecular weight of 92.05 g/mol. It is non-hazardous (no signal word) and can be stored safely at ambient conditions. Molekula supplies Glycerol (Molecular Biology Grade) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless, Odourless, Viscous Liquid |
| Purity (GC) | 98.5% min |
| DNases/RNases/Proteases | Not detected |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Syrupy, rhombic plates |
| Odour | Mild odor |
| Melting Point | 18.1 °C |
| Boiling Point | 290 °C |
| Density | 1.26 (relative, water = 1) |
| Water Solubility | 5296 g/L at 25 °C |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.01 Pa at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4746 |
| pKa | pKa = 14.4 |
| log P (octanol/water) | -1.76 |
Source: PubChem CID 753 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90028266 |
| CAS Number | 56-81-5 |
| IUPAC Name | propane-1,2,3-triol |
| EC Number | 200-289-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 92.05 |
| Exact Mass | 92.0473 |
| SMILES | C(C(CO)O)O |
| InChIKey | PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H8O3/c4-1-3(6)2-5/h3-6H,1-2H2 |
| PubChem CID | 753 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29054500 |
| Tariff Code | 1520000000 |
Safety & GHS
Detailed safety information available in the SDS — see Documents below.
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 1,2,3-Propanetriol
- 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane
- glycerin
- Glycerine
- Glyceritol
- glycerol
- Glycyl alcohol
- Glyrol
- Osmoglyn
- Trihydroxypropane
Frequently asked questions
What is molecular biology grade glycerol primarily used for in labs?
Molecular biology grade glycerol is used as a humectant in cell culture media, a cryoprotectant for preserving biological samples, and a solvent for nucleic acids and proteins.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glycerol?
The chemical formula is **C₃H₈O₃**, and the molecular weight is **92.05 g/mol**.
How should molecular biology grade glycerol be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from moisture and contaminants.
Does Molekula offer molecular biology grade glycerol in bulk quantities?
Yes, we supply molecular biology grade glycerol in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or production needs.
What documentation comes with an order of molecular biology grade glycerol?
Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and a **batch-specific quality report** for traceability.
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