5-Aminosalicylic acid
CAS Number89-57-6
FormulaH2NC6H3-2-(OH)CO2H
Mol. Weight153.14 g/mol
5-Aminosalicylic acid
What is 5-Aminosalicylic acid?
5-Aminosalicylic acid is a chemical compound with CAS number 89-57-6 and molecular formula H2NC6H3-2-(OH)CO2H. It is used in various industrial and research applications.
Applications
5-Aminosalicylic acid is a peroxidase substrate suitable for use in ELISA procedures. This substrate produces a soluble end product that is brown in color and can be read spectrophotometrically at 450 nm. The reaction may be stopped with 3 N NaOH and read at 550 nm.
Specifications
Linear Formula
H2NC6H3-2-(OH)CO2H
Molecular Weight
153.14 g/mol
Assay/Purity
95%
Safety Information
GHS07Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
H315-H319-H335
Precautionary Statements
P261-P305 + P351 + P338
Required PPE
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
Melting Point
275-280 °C (dec.)(lit.)
EC Number
201-919-1
WGK Germany
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