Sodium borate, 0.5M buffer soln., pH 9.0

Sodium borate is used as anhydrous borax for proteomics research, used in the manufacturing of glazes and enamels, a component in tanning agents; curing and preserving skins, a agent used in cleaning compounds, used to artificially age wood, as a preservative, either alone or with other antiseptics against wood fungus, used in fireproofing fabrics and wood, used as antiseptic, used in detergents, an astringent for mucous membranes.

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
Sodium borate is used as anhydrous borax for proteomics research, used in the manufacturing of glazes and enamels, a component in tanning agents; curing and preserving skins, a agent used in cleaning compounds, used to artificially age wood, as a preservative, either alone or with other antiseptics against wood fungus, used in fireproofing fabrics and wood, used as antiseptic, used in detergents, an astringent for mucous membranes.

Solubility
Fully miscible.

Notes
Protect from heat. Store away from oxidizing agents.