Triton™ X-100 (Electrophoresis), Fisher BioReagents™

Description

For solubilization and permeabilization of membranes

This nonionic detergent is used to solubilize membranes, permeabilize unfixed eukaryotic membranes, and is a component of lysis buffers for DNA extraction.

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 9002-93-1
• Molecular Formula: C16H26O2
• Molecular Weight (g/mol): 250.38
• MDL Number: MFCD00132505
• InChI Key: JYCQQPHGFMYQCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• Synonym: Polyethylene Glycol p-tert-Octylphenyl Ether
• PubChem CID: 5590
• SMILES: CC(C)(C)CC(C)(C)C1=CC=C(OCCO)C=C1

• Color: Undesignated
• Physical Form: Liquid
• Boiling Point: 270°C
• Melting Point: 6°C
• Cloud Point: 63 to 69°C
• Density: 1.067g/cm³
• pH: 6 to 8
• Quantity: 500 mL
• Identification: Pass Test
• Packaging: HDPE Bottle
• Linear Formula: 4-(C₈H₁₇) C₆H₄ (OCH₂CH₂)_n OH (n∽10)
• Merck Index: 15, 6850
• Solubility Information: Soluble in water
• IUPAC Name: 2-[4-(2,4,4-trimethylpentan-2-yl)phenoxy]ethanol
• Formula Weight: 646.86
• Grade: Electrophoresis
• Chemical Name or Material: Triton™ X-100

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement	WARNING!
Precautionary Statement	Emergency Overview Harmful if swallowed. May cause skin and respiratory tract irritation. Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. NFPA Health:2 Flammability:1 Instability:1
ShelfLife	2 years
Recommended Storage	RT

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