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

The Acros Organics Dowex 1X8 Ion-Exchange Resin is a strongly basic anion-exchange resin designed for precise separation and purification of anions in laboratory and bioprocessing applications. It consists of a polystyrene-divinylbenzene matrix functionalized with quaternary ammonium groups, delivering robust ion-exchange capacity crucial for biotechnology and molecular diagnostics workflows.

• Particle Size: 100–200 mesh beads providing high surface area and rapid exchange kinetics
• Functional Form: Chloride (Cl⁻) form ensuring consistent ionic strength in separation processes
• Wet Volume Capacity: > 1.2 meq/mL in chloride form for efficient ion binding
• Water Retention Capacity: 39–45%, supporting stable hydration and resin swelling
• Physical Appearance: Tan to white bead form, ideal for column packing and batch separations
• Package Size: 2.5 kg bottle, suitable for scalable laboratory purifications

The resin’s chemical composition (CAS 12627-85-9; Molecular Weight 432.05 g/mol) and structural robustness make it widely used in synthetic biology research, molecular cloning workflows, and biopharmaceutical production pipelines. It enables high fidelity ion-exchange essential in bioprocessing, gene editing, and molecular diagnostics platforms. The resin provides reproducible performance in analytical ion-exchange chromatography, ion separation applications, and purification steps in biotechnology research.

Ideal for researchers and laboratory professionals involved in biomedical engineering, cell imaging preparative protocols, and clinical diagnostics, the Dowex 1X8 resin is a reliable medium that supports advanced separation of negatively charged biomolecules and contaminants. Its polymer-based strong anion-exchange capability makes it a critical component in biomanufacturing workflows requiring stringent ion control and selective purification.