Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+

Name: Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008655

About Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+

Trichloroacetic acid (CAS 76-03-9) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals in AR grade with a typical assay of ≥99%. The compound has the formula C2HCl3O2, corresponding to a molecular weight of 163.38 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2,2,2-trichloroacetic acid. Alternative names: TCA and Aceto-caustin.

The material typically appears as colourless to white powder or crystals. Reported physical data include a melting point of 54-58 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include molecular biology workflows and protein and peptide research. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Trichloroacetic acid in 100 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Molecular biology workflows
Protein & peptide research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008655
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	AR
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
Melting point	54-58 °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

ACS

Trichloroacetic acid ACS reagent, ≥99%

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

VQ-008653

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

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Trichloroacetic acid, GR 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, GR 99%+?

Trichloroacetic acid, GR 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, GR 99%+ can I order?

We supply Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 100 g, 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 Trichloroacetic acid, GR 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Trichloroacetic acid, GR 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, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Trichloroacetic acid, GR 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.