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Tris-(2-carboxyethyl)phosphine hydrochloride (TF

SKU 90037327 CAS 51805-45-9 C9H15O6P·HCl MW 286.65 Available on enquiry

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Tris-(2-carboxyethyl)phosphine hydrochloride (TCEP) is a water-soluble reducing agent widely used in biochemical research for disulfide bond reduction in proteins, peptide synthesis, and buffer preparation. It effectively maintains reduced thiol groups under mild conditions, making it ideal for applications requiring gentle yet efficient reduction. TCEP has a CAS number of 51805-45-9, with the molecular formula C9H15O6P·HCl and a molecular weight of 286.65 g/mol. Store between 2–8°C. The product carries a **Danger** signal word due to its hazardous nature. Molekula supplies TCEP from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

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Overview

SKU: 90037327
CAS Number: 51805-45-9
IUPAC Name: 3-[bis(2-carboxyethyl)phosphanyl]propanoic acid;hydrochloride
Molecular Formula: C9H15O6P·HCl
Molecular Weight: 286.65
Exact Mass: 286.0373
SMILES: C(CP(CCC(=O)O)CCC(=O)O)C(=O)O.Cl
InChIKey: PBVAJRFEEOIAGW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C9H15O6P.ClH/c10-7(11)1-4-16(5-2-8(12)13)6-3-9(14)15;/h1-6H2,(H,10,11)(H,12,13)(H,14,15);1H
PubChem CID: 2734570

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Frequently asked questions

What is Tris-(2-carboxyethyl)phosphine hydrochloride (TCEP) used for?

TCEP is primarily used as a reducing agent in biochemical applications, such as protein denaturation, disulfide bond reduction, and as a component in cell lysis buffers.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of TCEP?

The chemical formula is **C₉H₁₅O₆P·HCl**, and the molecular weight is **286.65 g/mol**.

How should TCEP be stored?

Store TCEP at **2–8°C** in a cool, dry place, away from direct light and moisture. Follow proper safety protocols as it is classified with a **Signal Word: Danger**.

What grades or purities of TCEP does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **analytical and biochemical-grade TCEP** with high purity for research and laboratory applications.

Can Molekula supply TCEP in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can provide TCEP in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or industrial needs—please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of TCEP?

Each order includes a **Certificate of Analysis (CoA)**, **Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS)**, and **batch-specific documentation** for traceability and compliance.

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