Brady’s Reagent

  • CAS :
    NA
  • REF :
    24590
QUANTITY PRICE ENQUIRY
125 ml Rs 230.00

Product Information

  • Formula: 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazine in acidic solution (HCl/H₂SO₄ and alcohol/water).
  • CAS: Mixture (119-26-6 for DNPH)
  • EC No.: Mixture
  • M (Molar Mass): Not applicable for solution
  • D (Density): ~1.05 - 1.15 g/cm³
  • mp (Melting Point): Not applicable
  • bp (Boiling Point): Not applicable
  • Optical Rotation: Not applicable

Chemicals Properties

  • Composition: Typically 0.1-0.2% w/v 2,4-Dinitrophenylhydrazine in 2M HCl (or H₂SO₄) and alcohol.
  • Appearance: Yellow to orange solution.
  • Sensitivity: Produces yellow, orange, or red crystalline precipitates (2,4-dinitrophenylhydrazones) with aldehydes and ketones.
  • Specificity: Test for carbonyl compounds.
  • Stability: Stable for 3 months when stored in a brown bottle.

Hazard Information

  • Hazard: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage. Flammable (if alcoholic).
  • Safety: CORROSIVE. Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection.
  • Storage: Store in a tightly closed brown glass bottle in a cool place.