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beta-Propiolactone, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: B23197.14
25 g, Each
Thermo Scientific Chemicals
beta-Propiolactone, 97%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Catalog number: B23197.14
25 g, Each
Quantity
Catalog number: B23197.14
also known as B23197-14
Price (EUR)
437,00
Each
Quantity
-
Chemical Identifiers
CAS
57-57-8
IUPAC Name
oxetan-2-one
Molecular Formula
C3H4O2
InChI Key
VEZXCJBBBCKRPI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES
O=C1CCO1
Specifications
Specification SheetRefractive Index
1.4105-1.4155 @ 20°C (non-U.S. specification)
Appearance (Color)
Clear colorless
Assay (GC)
≥96.0% (non-U.S. specification)
Comment
Specification differs for U.S. and non-U.S. material where indicated
Form
Liquid
Description
Beta-Propiolactone is widely used as a sterilizing and sporicidal agent, which is used to sterilize blood plasma, vaccines, tissue grafts, surgical instruments and enzymes. It finds an application in the manufacturing of acrylic acid and its esters. It is utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of synthetic compounds.
This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Alfa Aesar product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Alfa Aesar product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.
Applications
Beta-Propiolactone is widely used as a sterilizing and sporicidal agent, which is used to sterilize blood plasma, vaccines, tissue grafts, surgical instruments and enzymes. It finds an application in the manufacturing of acrylic acid and its esters. It is utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of synthetic compounds.
Solubility
Miscible with water and organic solvents.
Notes
Flammable material. Should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
Beta-Propiolactone is widely used as a sterilizing and sporicidal agent, which is used to sterilize blood plasma, vaccines, tissue grafts, surgical instruments and enzymes. It finds an application in the manufacturing of acrylic acid and its esters. It is utilized as an intermediate in the synthesis of synthetic compounds.
Solubility
Miscible with water and organic solvents.
Notes
Flammable material. Should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.
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Safety and Handling
Classification of the substance or mixture
CLP classification - Regulation(EC) No 1272/2008
Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors
Category 2
Skin Corrosion/Irritation
Category 2
Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation
Category 2
Carcinogenicity
Category 1B
Label Elements
Signal Word
Danger
Hazard Statements
H315 - Causes skin irritation
H319 - Causes serious eye irritation
H330 - Fatal if inhaled
H350 - May cause cancer
EU Specific Hazard Statements
Combustible liquid
Precautionary Statements
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P302 + P352 - IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water
P304 + P340 - IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P362 - Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Additional EU labelling
Restricted to professional users