Ammonium peroxodisulphate (APS) 150 mg, tablets, Biotechnology Grade

Supplier: VWR Chemicals

Synonyms: Ammonium persulphate

K833-100TABSEA 103 EUR
K833-100TABS
Ammonium peroxodisulphate (APS) 150 mg, tablets, Biotechnology Grade
Ammonium peroxodisulphate (APS)

Ammonium persulphate forms free radicals when dissolved in water, which initiate polymerisation of acrylamide solutions.


  • Convenient tablet, easily prepared without weighing
  • Fast and easy polymerisation of acrylamide mixtures
  • Odour-free and non flammable
  • Non hazardous shipping


Due to the instability of APS in water, a working solution must be prepared daily for optimum performance. A 10% APS solution can be easily be prepared, without weighing, by adding one 150 mg APS tablet to 1,5 ml of water.

Formula: (NH₄)₂S₂O₈
MW: 228,2 g/mol
Storage Temperature: Ambient
MDL Number: MFCD00003390
CAS Number: 7727-54-0

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Specification Test Results

Dissolution Time (1 tablet/1mL Water) <= 4 minutes
Polymerization Time <= 30 minutes
Solubility (10%, Water) PASS P/F
Tablet Weight 112 - 137 mg

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