Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%

Name: Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003388

About Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%

Potassium acetate is a molecular biology reagent in Molecular Biology grade carrying the CAS registry number 127-08-2 with a typical assay of 99%. Its molecular formula is C2H3KO2 and its molecular weight is 98.14 g/mol. Alternative names: Diuretic salt and Potassium ethanoate.

The material typically appears as a white powder. Key physical data: a density of 1.57 g/cm3 at 25 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows and protein analysis. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer Potassium acetate in 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-003388
CAS Number	127-08-2
IUPAC name	potassium acetate
Molecular formula	C₂H₃KO₂
Molecular weight	98.14 g/mol
Exact mass	97.977
Grade	Molecular Biology
Purity / assay	99%
HSN code	29152990
InChIKey	SCVFZCLFOSHCOH-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CC(=O)[O-].[K+]
PubChem CID	517044

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder
Density	1.57 g/cm3 at 25 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.1 Å²
Synonyms	Diuretic salt, Potassium ethanoate, Acetic acid, potassium salt (1:1), Octan draselny, Kali aceticum, Potassium acetates, Potassium acetate in plastic container, INS NO.261, INS-261, INS-261(I), Acetate, Potassium

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

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 127-08-2

Extra Pure

Potassium acetate, 99%

CAS: 127-08-2
Formula: C₂H₃KO₂
MW: 98.14 g/mol

VQ-013983

Cell Culture

Potassium acetate, cell culture tested

CAS: 127-08-2
Formula: C₂H₃KO₂
MW: 98.14 g/mol

VQ-046636

AR

Potassium acetate, GR 99%+

CAS: 127-08-2
Formula: C₂H₃KO₂
MW: 98.14 g/mol

VQ-013984

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99% is 127-08-2. It is also known as Diuretic salt, Potassium ethanoate, Acetic acid, potassium salt (1:1).

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%?

Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99% has the molecular formula C2H3KO2 and a molecular weight of 98.14 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is potassium acetate.

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

We supply Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99% in Molecular Biology (99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99%?

Yes. Every lot of Potassium acetate, 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 Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Potassium acetate, for molecular biology, 99% 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.