Description

Cacodylic Acid CAS NO 75-60-5 is an organoarsenic compound primarily used as a versatile intermediate in chemical synthesis. This product is valued for its role in producing other arsenic-containing compounds and its utility in specialized research applications. It is essential for manufacturers and research laboratories in the agrochemical, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical sectors seeking a reliable source of high-purity organoarsenic building blocks.

Application

• Key intermediate in the synthesis of other organoarsenic compounds and pharmaceuticals.
• Precursor for herbicides and fungicides in agrochemical research and development.
• Used in biochemical research as a source of dimethylarsinyl groups.
• Employed in the preparation of metal-organic frameworks (MOFs) and coordination polymers.
• Acts as a reagent in organic synthesis for specific methylation or arsenic transfer reactions.
• Utilized in analytical chemistry as a standard or reference material.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cacodylic Acid
CAS No.	75-60-5
Molecular Formula	C2H7AsO2
Molecular Weight	137.99 g/mol
Synonyms	Dimethylarsinic Acid; Hydroxydimethylarsine Oxide; Ansar; Arsan; Phytar; DMA; Agent Blue; Sodium cacodylate (salt form)
EINECS	200-883-4

Quality Control

Our Cacodylic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for industrial and research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	192°C - 198°C
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Arsenic Content	54.0% - 55.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 20 ppm

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