Acros Organics Dowex 50WX8 Ion Exchange Resin, 100-200 Mesh, 2.5 kg Moist Beads

The Acros Organics Dowex 50WX8 is a high-quality ion exchange resin widely used in laboratory and biotechnological applications such as molecular diagnostics and bioprocessing. This synthetic polymer resin features:

• Particle size: 100-200 mesh, with strict particle distribution control (15% max on 60 mesh and 15% max through 170 mesh)
• Physical form: Moist beads or spheres for optimized ion exchange kinetics
• Wet volume capacity: Minimum 1.7 meq/mL in H-form, ensuring efficient cation exchange performance
• Water retention capacity: 50–58% (H form), supporting consistent resin swelling and stability
• Color: Beige to brown, insoluble in water for chemical resistance and durability
• Packaging: Supplied in a durable 2.5 kg plastic bottle, suitable for laboratory scale synthesis and purification workflows

Manufactured in the United States, Dowex 50WX8 resin is essential for critical ion exchange processes in biochemical and synthetic biology research, including gene editing workflows and biomanufacturing pipelines. Its stable bead form and precise mesh sizing make it ideal for reproducible separation protocols in molecular biology and clinical diagnostics. The resin’s CAS number 11119-67-8 and MDL number MFCD00132726 reflect its standardized chemical identity, important for regulatory compliance in research environments. This ion exchange media supports a wide range of applications such as protein purification, desalting, and ion removal in live-cell imaging preparations and fluorescence analysis, making it indispensable in biotechnology laboratories focusing on high-purity bioprocessing. Its compatibility with advanced separation techniques facilitates critical molecular cloning and synthetic biology research needs.