It is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
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.
Applications
It is used as a pharmaceutical intermediate.
Solubility
Reacts with water. Soluble in chlorinated and aromatic hydrocarbons. Miscible in ethanol and ether.
Notes
Moisture sensitive. Store away from alcohols, amines, water/moisture and oxidizing agents. Keep the container tightly closed and place it in a cool, dry and well ventilated condition. Store under inert gas.
RUO – Research Use Only
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