Molekula
Potassium acetate Molecular biology grade
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Potassium acetate is a salt used in molecular biology for applications such as DNA precipitation and buffer preparation. It is available in molecular biology grade for high-purity requirements. CAS: 127-08-2, Molecular formula: CH3COOK, Molecular weight: 98.14 g/mol, Storage: Ambient, Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Potassium acetate molecular biology grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 kg — £93.30 per pack ex VAT · £111.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White/ off white powder |
| Chloride (Cl-) | max. 0.005 % |
| Solubility in water | 2530 g/L |
| Assay (Titration) | >99% |
| DNases/RNases/Proteases | not detectable |
| Iron (Fe) | max. 0.0005 % |
| Lead (Pb) | max. 0.0001 % |
| Arsenic (As) | max. 0.0001 % |
| Calcium (Ca) | max. 0.001 % |
| Copper (Cu) | max. 0.0001 % |
| Zinc (Zn) | max. 0.005 % |
| Sodium (Na) | max. 0.5 % |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | max. 0.001 % |
| Nitrate (NO3-) | max. 0.005 % |
| pH (5 % in water, 20 (C) | 7.5 - 9.0 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Melting Point | 292 °C |
Source: PubChem CID 517044 (ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 12389251 |
| CAS Number | 127-08-2 |
| IUPAC Name | potassium acetate |
| EC Number | 204-822-2 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3COOK |
| Molecular Weight | 98.14 |
| Exact Mass | 97.977 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)[O-].[K+] |
| InChIKey | SCVFZCLFOSHCOH-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C2H4O2.K/c1-2(3)4;/h1H3,(H,3,4);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 517044 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29152950 |
| Tariff Code | 2915290000 |
Safety & GHS
Hazard statements
- H303 May be harmful if swallowed
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)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is potassium acetate used for?
Potassium acetate is commonly used in molecular biology for precipitation of nucleic acids and as a buffer component in various biochemical assays.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is CH3COOK and the molecular weight is 98.14 g/mol.
How should potassium acetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and heat.
What grade is available?
Molekula supplies potassium acetate in molecular biology grade, suitable for sensitive laboratory applications.
Can Molekula supply it in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply potassium acetate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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