A caustic reagent which is typically used to neutralize acids and prepare sodium salts of reagents. Sodium hydroxide is a common reagent for the adjustment of pH in buffers.
Sodium hydroxide is used in Maxam-Gilbert DNA sequencing technique, in RNA gel blot procedure for simultaneous transfer and fixing of RNA to a positively charged nylon membrane & for decontamination of mycobacterial isolates. It is also used in a variety of largescale applications, such as pulp and paper manufacturing, the manufacture of soap and detergents, and water treatment.
Grade: Anhydrous
Purity: ≥97%
Key Applications: Decontamination of mycobacterial isolates Maxam-Gilbert DNA sequencing technique in RNA gel blot
Product Type: Inorganics
Biochemical Category: Bases
Density: 2.13 g/cm3 at 25°C (Lit.)
Boiling Point: 1390°C at 1013 hPa(Lit.)
Melting Point: 318°C(Lit.)
Vapor Density: >1 (vs air)(lit.)
Vapor Pressure: <18 mmHg (20°C), 3 mmHg (37°C) (Lit.)
Presentation: White Pellets
Format: Pellets
NOTES: Poison/Deleterious Substance Code: 2-54
Solubility: 1g dissolves in 0.9 mL water; 0.3 mL boiling water, 7.2 mL absolute alcohol, 4.2 mL methanol; insoluble in glycerol. The dissolution of sodium hydroxide in water is a highly exothermic reaction.
Storage & Handling: Room temperature, desiccate