Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane (TRIS, Trometamol)
Supplier: Cytiva
Synonyms:
Tris (Hydroxymethyl) Aminomethane
, Trometamol
, 2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol
17-1321-01EA
80.32
EUR
17-1321-01
Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane (TRIS, Trometamol)
Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane (TRIS, Trometamol)
Tris (tris[hydroxymethyl] aminoethane) is suitable for preparing electrophoresis buffer in the pH range of 7,2 to 9,0. It is qualified for 2-D electrophoresis.
Formula:
NH₂C(CH₂OH)₃ MW: 121,14 g/mol Melting Pt: 169…172 °C Density: 1,328 g/cm³ (20 °C) |
MDL Number:
MFCD00004679 CAS Number: 77-86-1 Merck Index: 12,09902 |
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Specification Test Results
Application | For preparing electrophoresis buffer. Used in PAGE and Sequencing. |
Purity | ≥99,8% |
pH Range | 7.2 - 9.0 |
Boiling/Condensation Point | 219 - 220°C |
Melting/Freezing Point | 170°C |
Solubility | Soluble in cold water and hot water, methanol |
Physical State | Solid |
Color | White |
Storage conditions | 10 - 30°C |
Estimated shelf life from manufacture date | 12 month |
Wetted Part | No |
Guidance | Tris = (tris(hydroximethyl)aminoethane) |
DIGE approved | Y |
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