Hydrogen borate
10043-35-3
61.8
H3BO3
Water
Room Temperature
Boric Acid (also known as hydrogen borate) is a commonly used reagent in molecular biology for preparation of buffers. Boric acid shows some antibacterial and antifungal activity.
Additional Reading from AG Scientific: Applications of Boric Acid
Applications:
- Industrial: monofilament fiberglass manufacturing (textile fiberglass), production of LCD screens
- Capillary and gel electrophoresis: pH buffer
- Used in treatment of yeast infections and cold sores[1]
- Anti-septic agent, highly diluted solution can be used as eye wash
- Insecticide: acts as poison affecting metabolism
0.1 lbs
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
