Molekula
Tricine Ultrapure (N-(Tris(hydroxymethyl)methyl)glycine)
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
Tricine Ultrapure is a zwitterionic buffer commonly used in biochemical applications, particularly in protein electrophoresis and enzyme assays. It provides stable pH buffering in the range of 7.0 to 9.0. Available with a molecular weight of 179.17 g/mol, CAS number 5704-04-1, and molecular formula (HOCH2)3CNHCH2CO2H, it is stored at ambient temperature. Molekula supplies Tricine Ultrapure from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £64.60 per pack ex VAT · £77.52 inc. VAT
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500 g — £186.90 per pack ex VAT · £224.28 inc. VAT
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1 kg — £280.80 per pack ex VAT · £336.96 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting Point | 180 - 186°C |
| Water | ≤1.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤5ppm |
| pH | 4-6 |
| Loss on Drying | ≤1.0% |
| Solubility | Clear, colourless solution (0.1M aqueous) |
| UV Absorbance | ≤0.05 (280nm, 1mol/l, 1cm) |
| Assay (Titration) on dried basis | ≥99.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 16725607 |
| CAS Number | 5704-04-1 |
| Molecular Formula | (HOCH2)3CNHCH2CO2H |
| Molecular Weight | 179.17 |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)O)NC(CO)(CO)CO |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2922.50.90 |
| Tariff Code | 2922500090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Tricine Ultrapure used for?
Tricine Ultrapure is commonly used as a buffering agent in biochemical applications, particularly in protein electrophoresis and enzyme assays.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Tricine Ultrapure?
The formula is (HOCH2)3CNHCH2CO2H and the molecular weight is 179.17 g/mol.
How should Tricine Ultrapure be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of Tricine Ultrapure is available?
Molekula supplies Tricine Ultrapure in Ultrapure grade, suitable for sensitive biochemical applications.
Can Molekula supply Tricine Ultrapure in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Tricine Ultrapure in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Tricine Ultrapure order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS), compliant with regulatory standards.
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