Phytic Acid, Dodecasodium Salt

D-myo-Inositol 1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexakisphosphate, Dodecasodium Salt, Zea mays is a major phosphorus compound in plants that chelates with a variety of di- and trivalent cations. It can be used in biological study in dephytinization of food stuffs by phytase of Geobacillus sp. TF16 immobilized in chitosan and calcium-alginate. Alternate Name: myo-inositol Hexakis (dihydrogen phosphate) Dodecasodium Salt, Sodium phytate, Sodium Inositol Hexaphosphate, D-myo-Inositol 1,2,3,4,5,6-Hexakisphosphate, Dodecasodium Salt, Zea mays, Molecular Formula: C?H??O??P?x(Na), Appearance: White powder, Purity: >98%, pH: 9.5-11.5, Heavy Metals: <0.001%, Arsenic: <0.0005%, Chloride: <0.02%, Sulfate: <0.02%, Calcium: <0.02%, Solubility: Soluble in water. Storage and Stability: Store at -20°C. Stable for at 6 months after receipt at -20°C. Protect from water. Hygroscopic!, Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards:  All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures.