Tris Base USP
Tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane; 2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)-1,3-propanediol; Tromethamine; 2-Amino-2-(hydroxymethyl)propane-1,3-diol; 2-Amino-2-methylol-1,3-propanediol; Addex-Tham; Aminotri(hydroxymethyl)methane; Aminotris(hydroxymethyl)methane; Methanamine, 1,1,1-tris(hydroxymethyl)-; NSC 103026; NSC 6365; NSC 65434; Pehanorm; Ricrolin TE; TAM; TAM (buffering agent); THAM; Talatrol; Tri Amino; Tris-steril; Trisamin; Trisamine; Trisaminol; Trizma; Trizma Base; Trometamol; Trometamole; Tromethane; Tromethanmin; Tutofusin Tris; [2-Hydroxy-1,1-bis(hydroxymethyl)ethyl]amine; Tris base
Tris is one of the most widely used buffers in molecular biology and cell culture due to its low toxicity, stability and buffering capacity. Our USP Grade is very similar in specifications to ultrapure Tris (T8600).
Molecular Formula
C₄H₁₁NO₃
Appearance
White, crystalline powder
Solubility (1M)
Colorless, clear, complete
Residue on Ignition
≤0.1%
Heavy Metals (Pb)
≤0.0005%
Important Note
This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological.
Toxicity and Hazards
All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.
