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Thermo Scientific Chemicals Phenolphthalein, 2% soln. in 95% ethanol
Description
It is used as a laboratory reagent and pH indicator. Phenolphthalein is a common indicator to use in neutralization titrations. Phenolphthalein exerts laxative effects by stimulating the intestinal mucosa and constricting smooth muscles. It is used medicinally as a cathartic.
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
| Color | Colorless |
| UN Number | UN1987 |
| Concentration | 2% soln. in 95% ethanol |
| Merck Index | 14,7243 |
| Solubility Information | Miscible in water. |
| Formula Weight | 318.33 |
| Percent Purity | 95% (ethanol) |
| Odor | Alcohol-like |
| Quantity | 100 mL |
| Flash Point | 17°C (63°F) |
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Safety and Handling
| Hazard Category | H225-H336-H341-H350-H361-H371 |
| Hazard Statement | GHS H Statement H225-H350-H341-H361-H371 Highly flammable liquid and vapor. May cause cancer. Suspected of causing genetic defects. Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. May cause damage to organs. |
| Precautionary Statement | P201-P202-P210-P233-P240-P241-P242-P243-P260-P264b-P270-P281-P303+P361+P353-P308+P313-P370+P378q-P501c |
| DOTInformation | Transport Hazard Class: 3; Packing Group: II; Proper Shipping Name: ALCOHOLS, N.O.S. |
| EINECSNumber | 201-004-7 |
| TSCA | Yes |
| Recommended Storage | Ambient temperatures |
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