Synonym(s):
Bicinchoninic acid disodium salt, BCA disodium salt
CAS Number
979-88-4
Commodity Code
29334990
MDL Number
MFCD00037500
Notes
Used in the determination of protein concentration. Proteins reduce alkaline Cu(II) to Cu(I) which complexes with BCA to form a purple complex. Absorbance at 562nm is directly proportional to protein concentration.
H315: Causes skin irritation.
H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary Statements
P260: Do not breathe <dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray>.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280: Wear <protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection>.: hazard.P260: Do not breathe <dust/fumes/gas/mist/vapours/spray>.
P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280: Wear <protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection>.
