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Silica gel desiccant, indicating, ACS
Description
Silica gel desiccant is used to dry the air in industrial compressed air systems. It is also used as a preservation tool to control relative humidity in museum and library exhibitions and storage. Further, it is employed in diagnostic test strips, inhalation devices, syringes, drug test kits and hospital sanitation kits. In addition to this, it is used as a stationary phase in chromatography.
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.
Specifications
Specifications
| Physical Form | -6+18 Mesh Granules |
| Material | Silica Gel |
| Quantity | 500 g |
| Mesh Size | −6+18 Mesh Granules |
| Packaging | Plastic Bottle |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in alkalies. Insoluble in water. |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| IUPAC Name | dioxosilane |
| Grade | ACS |
| Chemical Name or Material | Silica gel desiccant |
Safety and Handling
- Silica gel desiccant, indicating, ACS
- Danger
- LONG-TERM AQUATIC HAZARD Chronic 3
- Carcinogenicity Category 1B
- Reproductive toxicity Category 1B
- H350i-May cause cancer by inhalation.
- H360F-May damage fertility.
- H412-Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
- EUH208-Contains . May produce an allergic reaction.
- P201-Obtain special instructions before use.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P308+P313-IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : Cobaltous chloride
RUO – Research Use Only
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