Description

Potassium Cacodylate is an organoarsenic compound primarily used as a buffering agent in biological and biochemical research. Its significance lies in its ability to maintain a stable pH environment, which is critical for the integrity of sensitive biological samples and experimental procedures. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and diagnostic reagent sectors who require reliable, high-purity chemical components.

Application

• Biochemical Research Buffer: A key component in buffer systems for electron microscopy, particularly in the preparation and fixation of biological specimens.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Serves as a precursor or intermediate in the synthesis of certain pharmaceutical compounds and active ingredients.
• Molecular Biology: Used in nucleic acid purification protocols and as a buffering agent in various enzymatic reactions.
• Diagnostic Reagents: Employed in the formulation of buffers for in-vitro diagnostic kits and clinical assay systems.
• Laboratory Reagent: Acts as a specialized reagent for analytical chemistry and research applications requiring cacodylate ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Potassium Cacodylate
CAS No.	21416-85-3
Molecular Formula	C2H6AsKO2
Molecular Weight	176.08 g/mol
Synonyms	Potassium dimethylarsonate; Cacodylic acid potassium salt; Dimethylarsinic acid potassium salt; Potassium dimethylarsinate; Arsan, dimethyl-, potassium salt; Potassium salt of cacodylic acid
EINECS	244-387-5

Quality Control

Our Potassium Cacodylate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting identity, purity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and compliance.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong acids and strong oxidizing agents. Due to its arsenic content, ensure storage complies with all local and international regulations for hazardous materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
pH (5% solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm
Arsenic Content	Conforms to theoretical

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.