In the field of chemistry, TRIS buffer, also known as trihydroxymethylaminomethane, is a widely used buffer in biochemistry and chemical experiments, which can stabilize the pH of solutions within a specific range. However, when selling this product in the market, we often encounter the concepts of CAS number and batch number. Although they are all related to product identification and tracking, they have obvious differences. Let's take a look together below.

 

Definition and Function of CAS Number

 

1. Definition:

 

The CAS number, also known as the Chemical Abstracts Service Registry Number, is a unique numerical identification number assigned by the Chemical Abstracts Service for each chemical substance appearing in literature.

 

2. Function:

 

Uniqueness identification: The CAS number has uniqueness, and regardless of where the chemical substance is produced, sold, or used, its CAS number remains unchanged, which helps to accurately identify and distinguish different chemical substances and avoid confusion.

 

Information retrieval: In chemical databases and literature searches, by entering the CAS number, various information about the substance can be quickly and accurately obtained, such as the physical and chemical properties, synthesis methods, application fields, etc. of TRIS buffer.

 

Trade and Regulation: In trade, CAS number is a unified identifier that helps customs, regulatory agencies, etc. to manage and monitor chemical substances. For TRIS buffer, its CAS number is 77-86-1, which is a universal identifier.

 

Tris buffer

 

Definition and function of batch number

 

1. Definition

 

Batch number is a specific identifier assigned by the manufacturer to each batch of products for the purpose of tracing and managing the production process. Tris buffer also has a corresponding batch number after leaving the factory, which is convenient for customers to check.

 

2. Function

 

Production process traceability: Through the batch number of Tris buffer, the production time, production process, raw materials used, and other information of the batch of TRIS buffer can be traced. This is very important for quality control and problem investigation. If a batch of Tris products has quality problems, they can be quickly located and corresponding measures can be taken.

 

Quality control: Tris buffer batch number helps to compare the quality and evaluate the stability of Tris products from different batches. In the long-term production process, the stability of the production process and the direction of improvement can be understood through the analysis of batch numbers.

 

Inventory management: In inventory management, Tris batch numbers can help distinguish between different batches of Tris products, facilitating the implementation of the first in, first out inventory management principle and ensuring that the products used are within their shelf life.

 

The main difference between CAS number and batch number

 

Different properties: CAS number is an identification of the chemical substance itself, unrelated to the production process; Batch number is an identification for a specific production batch, reflecting information related to Tris production.

 

Uniqueness: The CAS number is unique and fixed, and remains unchanged for the same chemical substance; The batch number may vary with each production, and the same chemical substance may have multiple different batch numbers.

 

Different uses: CAS numbers are mainly used for the identification and information retrieval of Tris chemical substances; Batch numbers are mainly used for traceability and quality control in the Tris production process.

 

Stability: The CAS number will not change, while the batch number will change with the update of the production batch.

 

Although the CAS number and batch number of TRIS buffer are related to the product, there are significant differences in properties, uses, and stability. Understanding these differences is crucial for the proper use and management of chemical reagents, ensuring the accuracy of experiments and production, as well as the controllability of quality.

 

Product packaging

 

As a manufacturer of Tris and other biological buffer raw materials, Desheng has a CAS number of 77-86-1, with small batch differences and corresponding outbound batch numbers that can be queried. It is sold in stock and can be customized and purchased in bulk. If you are interested, please feel free to click on the website for more information and purchase!