Iodoacetic acid is a derivative of acetic acid. It is a toxic compound, because, like many alkyl halides, it is an alkylating agent. It reacts with cysteine residues in proteins. It is often used to modify SH-groups to prevent the re-formation of disulfide bonds after the reduction of cystine residues to cysteine during protein sequencing.
| Specification | |
| Synonyms | Iodo acetic acid |
| Categories | Biochemicals & reagents, Enzyme inhibitors |
| Assay | 99% |
| Appearance (Form) | Powder or flakes |
| Appearance (Colour) | White to yellow |
| HSN Code | 29159090 |
| CAS | 64-69-7 |
| Melting point | 77-79 °C(lit.) |
Safety Information
- Hazard Codes T,C
- Risk Statements 25-35
- Safety Statements 22-36/37/39-45
- RIDADR UN 2923 8/PG 1
- WGK Germany 1