Barfoed's Reagent
- CAS Number
- -
- HSN Code
- 38229090
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6CuO4
- Catalogue Number
- AL00198
- Purity
- ≥ 95%
- Molecular Weight
- 199.65 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Barfoed's reagent is a classic copper-acetate-based reagent used in carbohydrate chemistry to distinguish monosaccharides from disaccharides.
Also known as Copper(II) acetate solution.
- Catalogue No.
- AL00198
- CAS Number
- -
- Molecular Formula
- C4H6CuO4
- Molecular Weight
- 199.65 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 38229090
- Grade
- Ready-to-use reagent solution
- Product Form
- Mixture
Clear blue acidic liquid with a density of approximately 1.05 g/cm³.
- Appearance
- Clear blue liquid
- Shelf Life
- Stable for 12 months when stored properly.
- Packaging
- Available in 100 mL and 500 mL glass bottles.
- Storage
- Store in a cool, dry place away from light.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Barfoed's Reagent
- Catalogue No.
- AL00198
- Product form
- Mixture
- CAS Number
- Not applicable
- EC Number
- Not applicable
- Grade
- Ready-to-use reagent solution
- EC Index Number
- Not applicable
- Chemical Formula
- C4H6CuO4
- HSN Code
- 38229090
- Synonyms
- Copper(II) acetate solution
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Reagent in carbohydrate analysis
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Mildly corrosive due to acetic acid content.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Barfoed's Reagent
- CAS No.
- Not applicable
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- Move to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- Wash with soap and water. Seek medical attention if irritation develops.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical attention.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Irritation of eyes, skin, and respiratory tract.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Combustible material; may produce toxic fumes in a fire.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and absorb with inert material. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Use appropriate protective equipment. Clean up spills immediately.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use gloves and eye protection. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Store in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible materials.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use in a well-ventilated area; use respiratory protection if necessary.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Blue
- Odour
- Vinegar-like (acetic acid)
- Odour threshold
- Not determined
- pH value
- Approximately 4.5
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not determined
- Melting point
- Not applicable
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- Approximately 118 °C
- Flash point
- Not applicable
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Not applicable
- Decomposition temperature
- Not determined
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- Not determined
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Not determined
- Density
- Approximately 1.05 g/cm³
- Solubility
- Soluble in water and alcohol
- Log Pow
- Not determined
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not determined
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not determined
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions; avoid strong oxidizers.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- No dangerous reactions known under normal conditions of use.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- Low toxicity; may cause irritation.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- May cause mild irritation.
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Causes serious eye irritation.
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not a sensitizer.
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified as a specific target organ toxicant.
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Not classified as dangerous goods
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not applicable
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used in the Barfoed test to distinguish reducing monosaccharides from reducing disaccharides based on differential reduction rate.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00198
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 199.65 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay (Copper content) | ≥ 95% | 96.5% |
| pH value | 4.0 - 5.0 | 4.5 |
| Moisture content | ≤ 5% | 3.2% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Related substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with Ready-to-use reagent solution grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ready-to-use reagent solution | ≥ 95% | Not applicable | Not more than 5% | Not more than 0.5% | None detected | Completely soluble in water |
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