Trichloroacetic Acid 25% Solution, Medical Grade

Physical Form

Liquid

About Trichloroacetic Acid 25% Solution, Medical Grade

Trichloroacetic Acid, also known as TCA, is a monocarboxylic acid. Structurally, it is acetic acid in which all three hydrogens on the methyl group have been substituted with chlorine atoms. It is a water-soluble, colorless, crystalline solid.

Trichloroacetic Acid is used in the cosmetic industry as a chemical peel and wart remover. It is also used in biochemistry to help the precipitation of macromolecules,

Materials used in the healthcare and medical setting must often carry the title "medical grade."  Trichloroacetic Acid, Medical Grade, 25% is an aqueous solution of 25% pure Trichloroacetic Acid.

Common Uses and Applications

• Peeling agent to remove wrinkles
• Tattoo removal
• Laboratory reagent in organic synthesis
• Precipitation of biochemical macromolecules
• Wart removal

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Industry
• Research Laboratories
• Cosmetic Industry

Chemistry Table

CAS Number	76-03-9
Molecular Formula	C2HCl3O2
Formula Weight	163.38
Synonyms	Trichloroethanoic acid, TCA, Aceto-caustin, Trichloracetic acid, Trichloroacetate anion
PubChem CID	6421
Grade	Lab Grade
Percent Purity	≥25%
Chemical Name or Material	Trichloroacetic acid
UN Number	2564

Safety and Shipping Information

DOT: Trichloroacetic acid, solution, 8, UN2564, PG II

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