Description
Specifications Table
Product Name – Cesium chloride, UltraDry™, 99.9% (metals basis)
Quantity/Pack Size – 100g, 50g, 25g, 10g, 5g
Form – Crystalline powder
Grade – UltraDry™ (99.9% metals basis)
Application – Density gradient centrifugation, molecular biology, analytical chemistry
Product Overview
Cesium chloride, UltraDry™, with 99.9% purity on a metals basis, is a highly refined crystalline powder designed for applications demanding exceptional chemical precision. This grade ensures minimal moisture content and trace impurities, making it a preferred choice for density gradient centrifugation, where even slight variations can impact results. The UltraDry™ processing guarantees enhanced stability and consistency, critical for reproducible experimental outcomes. Its high solubility in water and polar solvents further broadens its utility in molecular biology and analytical chemistry workflows. The product is packaged under stringent conditions to preserve its ultra-low moisture specification, ensuring long-term reliability in storage. Whether used for isolating nucleic acids or as a reagent in specialized synthesis, this cesium chloride variant delivers uncompromised performance, backed by rigorous quality control measures.
FAQs
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What is the significance of the UltraDry™ label in this cesium chloride?
The UltraDry™ designation indicates that this cesium chloride undergoes advanced drying processes to achieve an exceptionally low moisture content, which is critical for applications sensitive to hydration levels, such as density gradient centrifugation. 2.
Can this product be used directly for density gradient centrifugation without further purification?
Yes, the 99.9% metals basis purity and UltraDry™ processing eliminate the need for additional purification steps, as it meets the stringent requirements for direct use in high-resolution density gradients. 3.
How should this cesium chloride be stored to maintain its UltraDry™ properties?
Store the product in a tightly sealed container under an inert atmosphere, such as nitrogen or argon, and keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to prevent moisture absorption. 4.
Is this cesium chloride compatible with standard laboratory glassware?
While compatible with most borosilicate glassware, prolonged contact with highly concentrated solutions may cause etching; using plasticware like polypropylene is recommended for long-term storage of solutions. 5.
What alternatives exist if I need a lower-purity cesium chloride for general lab use?
For applications not requiring UltraDry™ specifications, standard reagent-grade cesium chloride (99% purity) is available, though it may contain higher moisture levels and trace impurities.
