Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+

Name: Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003442

About Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+

Zinc chloride (CAS 7646-85-7) is a molecular biology reagent offered by Vaqora Chemicals (Molecular Biology grade) at a purity of ≥98%. The compound has the formula Cl2Zn, corresponding to a molecular weight of 136.3 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is dichlorozinc. Common synonyms include Zinkchloride and Zine dichloride.

It is supplied as a white crystalline powder. Reported physical data include a melting point of 293 °C. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include electrophoresis, DNA/RNA workflows, protein analysis and catalysis. Buyers come mainly from academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Zinc chloride in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Electrophoresis
DNA/RNA workflows
Protein analysis
Catalysis

Industries

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Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-003442
CAS Number	7646-85-7
IUPAC name	dichlorozinc
Molecular formula	Cl₂Zn
Molecular weight	136.3 g/mol
Exact mass	133.8668
Grade	Molecular Biology
Purity / assay	≥98%
HSN code	28273990
InChIKey	JIAARYAFYJHUJI-UHFFFAOYSA-L
SMILES	Cl[Zn]Cl
PubChem CID	5727

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Melting point	293 °C
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 0
TPSA	0 Å²
UN number	UN 1840
Synonyms	Zinkchloride, Zine dichloride, Chlorure de zinc, Hexite, ZnCl2, European Pharmacopoeia Reagent 0.05M Zinc Chloride

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
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, P270, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P321, P330, 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

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Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ is 7646-85-7. It is also known as Zinkchloride, Zine dichloride, Chlorure de zinc.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+?

Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ has the molecular formula Cl2Zn and a molecular weight of 136.3 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is dichlorozinc.

Which grade and pack sizes of Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ can I order?

We supply Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ in Molecular Biology (≥98%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+?

Yes. Every lot of Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ 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 Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Zinc chloride, for molecular biology, 98%+ is classified as hazardous (UN 1840), 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.