Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%

Name: Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008653

About Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent (ACS grade), a carboxylic acid registered under CAS number 76-03-9 at a purity of ≥99%. Formula C2HCl3O2, molecular weight 163.38 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2,2,2-trichloroacetic acid. It is also known as TCA or Aceto-caustin.

The material typically appears as colourless to white powder or crystals or chunks. Reported physical data include a melting point of 54-58 °C and a boiling point of 196 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for chromatography and protein and peptide research. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 5 g, 100 g, 250 g and 500 g packs, Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Chromatography
Protein & peptide research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008653
CAS Number	76-03-9
IUPAC name	2,2,2-trichloroacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₂HCl₃O₂
Molecular weight	163.38 g/mol
Exact mass	161.9042
Grade	ACS
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29154030
InChIKey	YNJBWRMUSHSURL-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(=O)(C(Cl)(Cl)Cl)O
PubChem CID	6421

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Colourless to white powder or crystals or chunks
Melting point	54-58 °C
Boiling point	196 °C
Density	1.62 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
UN number	UN 1839
Synonyms	TCA, Aceto-caustin, Acetic acid, trichloro-, Trichloroethanoic acid, Trichloracetic acid, Trichloroacetate, Amchem grass killer, Acido tricloroacetico, Acide trichloracetique, Tecane, Kyselina trichloroctova, Trichloroacetic acid (IUPAC)

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H400Very toxic to aquatic life
H410Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P273, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P363, P391, 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 76-03-9

Trichloroacetic acid solution

CAS: 76-03-9
Formula: C₂HCl₃O₂
MW: 163.38 g/mol

VQ-003652

Synthesis

Trichloroacetic acid, 98%

CAS: 76-03-9
Formula: C₂HCl₃O₂
MW: 163.38 g/mol

VQ-008654

BP/EP/Ph. Eur. / ACS …

Trichloroacetic acid, BP/EP/Ph. Eur., ACS, AR

CAS: 76-03-9
Formula: C₂HCl₃O₂
MW: 163.38 g/mol

VQ-047282

AR

Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+

CAS: 76-03-9
Formula: C₂HCl₃O₂
MW: 163.38 g/mol

VQ-008655

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%?

The CAS Registry Number of Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99% is 76-03-9. It is also known as TCA, Aceto-caustin, Acetic acid, trichloro-.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%?

Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99% has the molecular formula C2HCl3O2 and a molecular weight of 163.38 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,2,2-trichloroacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99% can I order?

We supply Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99% in ACS (≥99%) grade, in 5 g, 100 g, 250 g, 500 g, 1 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%?

Yes. Every lot of Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥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 Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99% is classified as hazardous (UN 1839), 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.