C3H6N6HPO4

C3H6N6HPO4 is a chemical compound with the molecular formula C3H6N6HPO4. It is a derivative of citric acid, a weak organic acid found in citrus fruits. The compound is often used in biochemistry and molecular biology as a buffer in various laboratory techniques, such as gel electrophoresis and protein purification. It is also used in the synthesis of other chemicals and as a pH adjuster in food and beverage industries.

The compound is a white, crystalline powder that is soluble in water. It has a molecular weight of 226.13 g/mol and a melting point of approximately 200°C. It is stable under normal conditions but can decompose at high temperatures, releasing toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides and phosphorous oxides.

C3H6N6HPO4 is non-toxic in its pure form but can be harmful if ingested in large quantities. It is important to handle the compound with care and follow proper safety protocols when working with it in a laboratory setting. The compound is also known by its systematic name, tris(hydroxymethyl)aminomethane phosphate, and its common name, citric acid phosphate.