Merck 102445 Chloroform EMSURE® | High-Purity Chloroform for Analytical and Laboratory Applications

Its exceptional purity, excellent solvent properties, and consistent batch-to-batch quality make it an ideal choice for laboratories requiring reliable and reproducible analytical results.

Appearance

• Product Name: Chloroform
• Brand: Merck
• Catalog Number: 102445
• Grade: EMSURE® (ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur)
• Chemical Formula: CHCl₃
• Molecular Weight: 119.38 g/mol
• CAS Number: 67-66-3
• EC Number: 200-663-8
• Physical Form: Clear, colorless liquid
• Synonym: Trichloromethane

Physical and Chemical Properties

Key Features and Benefits

✔ High-purity analytical-grade solvent

✔ Complies with ACS, ISO, and European Pharmacopoeia standards

✔ Excellent solvency for a wide range of organic compounds

✔ Low impurity profile for sensitive analytical procedures

✔ Consistent batch-to-batch quality

✔ Suitable for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and research laboratories

✔ Manufactured under Merck's stringent quality control standards

Applications

Merck 102445 Chloroform is widely used in:

• Analytical chemistry
• Organic synthesis
• Extraction of organic compounds
• DNA, RNA, and lipid extraction
• Chromatography and sample preparation
• Pharmaceutical research and development
• Biotechnology laboratories
• Quality control testing
• Chemical manufacturing
• Academic and research institutions

Safety Information

Chloroform is a toxic chemical and is classified as a suspected carcinogen. It should only be handled by trained personnel following appropriate laboratory safety procedures.

• Harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or absorbed through the skin.
• May cause damage to the liver, kidneys, and central nervous system after prolonged or repeated exposure.
• Use only in a certified chemical fume hood.
• Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (chemical-resistant gloves, laboratory coat, and safety goggles).
• Avoid inhalation of vapors and direct skin or eye contact.
• Keep away from incompatible chemicals and heat sources.

Storage Conditions

• Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area.
• Keep the container tightly closed.
• Protect from direct sunlight.
• Store in the original chemical-resistant container.
• Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and ignition sources.

Why Choose Merck 102445 Chloroform EMSURE®?

Merck 102445 Chloroform EMSURE® delivers outstanding purity, reliability, and compliance with internationally recognized analytical standards. It is trusted by laboratories worldwide for organic synthesis, analytical chemistry, molecular biology, and pharmaceutical applications.

With Merck's rigorous quality assurance and EMSURE® certification, this solvent provides exceptional performance, reproducibility, and consistency for even the most demanding laboratory workflows.