Acros Organics Dowex 1X8 Strongly Basic Anion-Exchange Resin 100-200 Mesh, 2.5kg

The Acros Organics Dowex 1X8 is a strongly basic anion-exchange resin formulated for laboratory separations and analytical applications in fields such as molecular diagnostics, bioprocessing, and synthetic biology. This resin features:

• Quaternary ammonium functional groups embedded in a polystyrene-divinylbenzene matrix
• Particle size of 100-200 mesh, providing a high surface area and rapid ion-exchange kinetics essential for efficient anion separation and purification workflows
• Typical form as Chloride (Cl⁻) for high ion-exchange capacity with wet volume capacity > 1.2 meq/mL and water retention capacity between 39-45%
• Physical form as uniform beads with tan to white coloration ensuring consistent performance
• Molecular formula: C29H34ClN and molecular weight of 432.05 g/mol, confirming chemical consistency for reproducible results in biomanufacturing and molecular biology research

This anion-exchange resin is commonly employed in biochemical separations, biotechnology process development, and critical synthetic biology workflows requiring high purity ion removal. The supplied 2.5 kg bottle facilitates easy integration into chromatography columns or ion-exchange protocols.

Dowex 1X8 resin is recognized for its high capacity and stability, making it vital for molecular cloning, biopharmaceutical production pipelines, and clinical diagnostics where precise ion exchange and purification are necessary. The resin’s compatibility with aqueous environments and robust polymer matrix supports long-term use in bioprocess and synthetic biology applications.