This Trichloroacetic Acid Solution is categorized as a reagent for fixing mixtures in life science applications, particularly histology and microscopy. It has a molecular weight of 163.39 g/mol and falls under substance groups such as carboxylic acids, substituted, and chlorine compounds, organic. In the workplace, it requires caution due to its corrosive nature, necessitating the use of safety goggles and gloves. The solution may cause severe skin burns and eye damage, and it is suspected of being a carcinogen.

• CAS Number: 76-03-9
• Molecular Formula: C2HCl3O2
• Molecular Weight: 163.38
• Exact Mass: 161.904212
• Boiling Point: 385 to 387 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)
• Melting Point: 135 to 136 °F (NTP, 1992)
• Vapour Density: 5.6 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air)
• GHS Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements:
• H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
• H351: Suspected of causing cancer [Warning Carcinogenicity]
• H303: May be harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]