(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular bio… 6915-15-7

Name: (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-046623

About (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology

(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid is a molecular biology reagent (Molecular Biology grade) carrying the CAS registry number 6915-15-7. Its molecular formula is C4H6O5 and its molecular weight is 134.09 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxybutanedioic acid. Alternative names: malic acid and hydroxysuccinic acid.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows and protein analysis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid in 25 g, 100 g and 500 g packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology
Catalogue No.	VQ-046623
CAS Number	6915-15-7
IUPAC name	2-hydroxybutanedioic acid
Molecular formula	C₄H₆O₅
Molecular weight	134.09 g/mol
Exact mass	134.0215
Grade	Molecular Biology
HSN code	29171990
InChIKey	BJEPYKJPYRNKOW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(C(=O)O)O)C(=O)O
PubChem CID	525

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	94.8 Å²
Synonyms	malic acid, hydroxysuccinic acid, Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-, Malic acid, DL-, Kyselina jablecna, hydroxybutanedioic acid, Pomalus acid, alpha-Hydroxysuccinic acid, Deoxytetraric acid, Succinic acid, hydroxy-, (+-)-Malic acid, Malicum acidum

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation

Precautionary statements: P264, P264 + P265, P280, P302 + P352, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 6915-15-7

(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, 99%

CAS: 6915-15-7
Formula: C₄H₆O₅
MW: 134.09 g/mol

VQ-008192

EP/Ph. Eur.

(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, EP/Ph. Eur. 99.0%

CAS: 6915-15-7
Formula: C₄H₆O₅
MW: 134.09 g/mol

VQ-047007

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology?

The CAS Registry Number of (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology is 6915-15-7. It is also known as malic acid, hydroxysuccinic acid, Butanedioic acid, hydroxy-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology?

(±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology has the molecular formula C4H6O5 and a molecular weight of 134.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxybutanedioic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology can I order?

We supply (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology in Molecular Biology grade, in 25 g, 100 g, 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology?

Yes. Every lot of (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology be shipped internationally?

Yes. (±)-2-Hydroxysuccinic acid, for molecular biology is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.