Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+

Name: Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003338

About Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+

Glycerol is a molecular biology reagent in Molecular Biology grade carrying the CAS registry number 56-81-5, specified at ≥99% purity. The compound has the formula C3H8O3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 92.09 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is propane-1,2,3-triol. Alternative names: 1,2,3-Propanetriol and Glycerin.

The product is provided as a liquid. Reported physical data include a melting point of 20 °C and a boiling point of 182 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

Key uses span electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows and protein analysis. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Glycerol in 500 mL and 200 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-003338
CAS Number	56-81-5
IUPAC name	propane-1,2,3-triol
Molecular formula	C₃H₈O₃
Molecular weight	92.09 g/mol
Exact mass	92.0473
Grade	Molecular Biology
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29054500
InChIKey	PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(CO)O)O
PubChem CID	753

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	20 °C
Boiling point	182 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.8
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 3
TPSA	60.7 Å²
Synonyms	1,2,3-Propanetriol, Glycerin, Glycerine, Glycyl alcohol, Trihydroxypropane, Glyceritol, 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane, Glyrol, Glysanin, Grocolene, Glycerin, anhydrous, Synthetic glycerin

Documents

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

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Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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MW: 92.09 g/mol

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CAS: 56-81-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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Glycerol, for cell culture, 99.5%

CAS: 56-81-5
Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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AR

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Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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IP

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Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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Formula: C₃H₈O₃
MW: 92.09 g/mol

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ is 56-81-5. It is also known as 1,2,3-Propanetriol, Glycerin, Glycerine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+?

Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ has the molecular formula C3H8O3 and a molecular weight of 92.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is propane-1,2,3-triol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ can I order?

We supply Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ in Molecular Biology (≥99%) grade, in 500 mL, 200 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ 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 Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Glycerol, for molecular biology 99%+ worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.