Knowde Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
- Chemical Family
- Chemical Name
- Base Chemicals Functions
- CAS No.
- 593-84-0
- EC No.
- 209-812-1
- Technologies
- Chemical Structure
- Specialty Chemicals
- As a chaotropic agent, isolating DNA/RNA, denaturing proteins
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applicable Processes
- Applications
- Guanidine Thiocyanate is a strong protein denaturant used in RNA isolation. It is also used as a storage buffer for blood samples. Guanidine thiocyanate inactivates nucleases and is ideal for storing and freezing samples for DNA studies. It is used in combination with phenol−chloroform in RNA extraction.
Properties
- Appearance
- White powder, White crystals
- Typical Properties
- Particle Size Distribution
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Assay Content | min. 99 | % | — |
| Loss on Drying | max. 0.50 | % | — |
| Melting Point | 118-121 | ⁰C | — |
| Copper Content | max. 1 | ppm | — |
| Lead Content | max. 1 | ppm | — |
| Zinc Content | max. 1 | ppm | — |
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Particle Size | 100-400 | microns | — |
Technical Details & Test Data
- Notes
- Product does not contain any DNases, Rnases, Proteases or Phosphatases.
Safety & Health
- Caution
- Material may irritate eyes. May be harmful if swallowed. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep in tightly closed container. Wash thoroughly with water after handling. Store separately from heat, flame and strong oxidizers. Store in original packaging.