Acros Organics Dowex 1X8 Analytical Anion-Exchange Resin 100-200 Mesh Chloride Form

Acros Organics Dowex 1X8 Ion-Exchange Resin is a strongly basic anion-exchange resin widely used in laboratory and analytical separations, ideal for biotechnology and molecular diagnostics. Key features include:

• _Particle Size:_ 100-200 mesh for enhanced surface area and improved exchange kinetics.
• _Matrix Composition:_ Polystyrene-divinylbenzene providing structural robustness.
• _Functional Groups:_ Quaternary ammonium groups enabling efficient anion exchange.
• _Form:_ Supplied in chloride form, suitable for processes requiring high chloride ion capacity.
• _Capacity:_ >1.2 meq/mL wet volume (chloride form), allowing effective ion uptake and release.
• _Water Retention:_ 39-45% ensuring optimal hydration state for rapid ion exchange.
• _Physical Appearance:_ Tan to white resin beads.
• _Molecular Weight:_ 432.05 g/mol, with CAS number 12627-85-9 for chemical identification.

This resin is essential for bioprocessing workflows, molecular diagnostics, and other biotechnology applications requiring reliable and rapid anion separation. Its polymer-based ion-exchanger format is critical in purification, synthetic biology research, and biomedical engineering fields. The robust resin structure supports strong ion exchange, making it a preferred component in biomanufacturing pipelines and analytical chromatography for biotechnology professionals.