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This section provides an overview for thallium acetate as well as their applications and principles. Also, please take a look at the list of 12 thallium acetate manufacturers and their company rankings. Here are the top-ranked thallium acetate companies as of December, 2024: 1.SRL, 2.Ereztech LLC, 3.Parchem.
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Thallium acetate is an odorless, tasteless, white crystalline powder.
Its IUPAC name is thallium(I) acetate, and it is also known as thallium monoacetate or thallous acetate. It is a metal salt with the chemical formula TlC2H3O2 and a molecular weight of 263.43.
Thallium acetate was used as a depilatory in dermatology and as a cosmetic depilatory cream in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Today, it is strictly controlled as a deleterious substance due to its toxicity.
Current uses include rat poison (expired pesticides), insecticides, pesticides in general (including intermediates), firework dyes, optical materials, and electronic materials. In microbiology, it is also used as an additive for selective cultivation of bacteria.
Thallium acetate was used in ancient times as a rat poison. Rats have a keen sense of smell, and thallium acetate was often used because it is tasteless, odorless, and toxic. Nowadays, rat poison is available in safer materials such as coumarin-based rat poison.
Prussian blue (iron (II) hexacyanoferrate (III)) is used as a remedy in cases where thallium has been ingested by accidental ingestion of rat poison.
Thallium acetate is solid at room temperature with a melting point of 130°C. It is tidally soluble. It is soluble in water, ethanol, and chloroform, and insoluble in acetone.
Thallium is one of the most toxic elements known as acute and chronic poisons. The effects of exposure are cumulative and symptoms may be delayed for 12 to 24 hours. If inhaled, ingested, or absorbed through the skin, it can be fatal.
The lethal dose in humans by ingestion is about 8 mg per kg of body weight. It is acutely toxic (orally) and toxic for reproduction, and has various hazards, including life-threatening if swallowed, suspected adverse effects on fertility and the fetus, hair (alopecia) disorders, nervous system disorders, nervous system disorders due to long-term or repeated exposure, and toxic to aquatic organisms.
There are two types of thallium acetate depending on the oxidation state: Thallium Acetate (I) and Thallium Acetate (II) (English: Thallium(III) triacetate).
Thallium acetate (II) has the chemical formula TlC6H9O6, molecular weight 381.52, and CAS No. 2570-63-0.
Thallium acetate is synthesized from thallium hydroxide or thallium carbonate and thallium acetate. It can be purified by recrystallization in alcohol after evaporation of the solvent.
Handling
Avoid contact with strong oxidizers and acids. It is important to use the product in a draft chamber with local exhaust ventilation. Also, wear personal protective equipment when using the product.
In Case of Fire
Thallium acetate is nonflammable and will not itself burn. However, thermal decomposition may produce corrosive and toxic vapors or gases.
Use water spray, foam, powder extinguishing media, carbon dioxide, or dry sand to extinguish fires. Do not use stick spray.
In Case of Skin Contact
It is corrosive and irritating. Care should be taken to prevent adhesion to the skin. Always wear protective clothing, such as a lab coat or work clothes and protective gloves when using the product.
Sleeves of protective clothing should never be rolled up to prevent skin exposure. In the unlikely event of skin contact, wash off with soap and copious amounts of water. If on clothing, remove all contaminated clothing and isolate. It is important to seek medical attention immediately.
In Case of Eye Contact
It is strongly irritating to the eyes. Protective eyewear or goggles must be worn during use as serious injury may occur.
In the unlikely event of eye contact, rinse the eye cautiously with water for several minutes. If you are wearing contacts and can easily remove them, take them off and rinse thoroughly. It is important to always seek medical attention.
Storage
When storing, place in a glass container and keep tightly closed. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place away from direct sunlight. It is also important that the storage unit is always locked.
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American Elements was founded in 1997 in California and currently has research and production facilities in Utah, Mexico, China, and the United Kingdom. AE manufactures and distributes advanced materials from a catalog of over 30,000 products for bulk industrial use as well as small scale laboratory use. AE also provides testing and analyses services including spectroscopy along with structural, thermal, and electrical analyses. AE holds sustainable development as a core corporate value and is committed to work to protect the health of the environment.
Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc., established in 1991 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, is an American manufacturer and supplier specializing in biological products for medical research. Initially providing antibodies to the research community, they expanded their offerings to include gene silencers like siRNA and shRNA (plasmid and lentiviral), targeting all known mouse and human genes. Over time, Santa Cruz Biotechnology provides over 175,000 research biochemicals under the brand ChemCruz, including protein-interacting inhibitors, substrates, and activators, tailored for studying protein functions. The company offers monoclonal primary antibodies, designed for various mammalian and non-mammalian protein targets, along with corresponding binding secondary antibodies.
J&K Scientific LLC, located in California, USA, has been a manufacturer and distributor of chemicals, reagents, and laboratory equipment since 1992. The company offers a comprehensive catalog of chemicals and reagents, including organic and inorganic chemicals, biochemicals, solvents, and specialty reagents. These products are essential for laboratory research, manufacturing processes, and analytical applications. The company also provides analytical instruments, balances, centrifuges, and various lab accessories. Its wide range of industries and sectors includes pharmaceuticals, chemical research, environmental analysis, and materials science.
Ereztech was founded in 2010 and headquartered in Johns Creek, Georgia with manufacturing in Sheboygan Falls, Wisconsin. Ereztech is a provider of organometallic precursor R&D and manufacturing services for global customers. Ereztech in ISO 9001:2015 certified. Ereztech offers over 1200 chemical compounds and materials including high purity silver sulfate and aluminum nitrate. In addition to these materials, Ereztech offers full-service production and packaging from synthesis samples to high-volume manufacturing quantities. This includes fully customized vessel cleaning procedures, detailed, custom workflow processes specific to each material and vessel, inventory management system, and beginning to end quality control.
Parchem was founded in 1999 and headquartered in Rochelle, New York. Parchem is a distributor of industrial chemicals. Parchem serves nutritional, personal care, pharmaceutical, and specialty chemical industries. Parchem offerings include coatings, adhesives, elastomers, industrial products, petrochemicals, oleochemicals, plastics, rubber, nutritional supplements, cosmetics, consumer products, catalysts, metallic salts, rare earths, flavors & fragrances, industrial & institutional, textiles, other food-related chemicals, dyes, finishes, chemicals for aerospace, oil gas drilling chemicals, electronics, and pharmaceuticals.
Kanto Chemical Co. Inc., founded in 1944 and headquartered in Tokyo, Japan, is a reagent manufacturer with overseas affiliates in other countries, including China, France, USA, Taiwan, and Malaysia. Its product portfolio includes analytical reagents, ionic liquids, Iodine compounds, ultra-pure chemicals, and water analysis kits. The company is also developing regenerative medicine and genetics reagents and has over 50,000 products. It has several certifications, including ISO 9001, acquired in 1994, making it the first Japanese company in the reagent industry. Other certifications are ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO/IEC 17025.
FujiFilm Wako Pure Chemical Corporation, founded in 1922 and headquartered in Osaka, Japan, is a manufacturer of laboratory chemicals, specialty chemicals, and clinical diagnostic reagents. The company has three business domains, namely laboratory chemicals, specialty chemicals, and clinical diagnostic reagents, and some of its products include biochemistry reagents, blood transfusion test drugs, battery materials, polymer-related materials, and general reagents. The products are useful in various fields, including electronic, cosmetic, polymeric, pharmaceutical, and medical care. It acquired Sibayagi Co. Ltd. in 2015 and provides custom manufacturing to meet customer requirements.
Merck, started in 1668 and based in Darmstadt, Germany, is a supplier of solutions and services for research, development, and manufacture of pharmaceutical and biotechnological drug therapies. The company serves the life science industry and has a broad portfolio of 300,000 products, including biopharmaceutical manufacturing, industrial microbiology, reagent, life science research, and water purification products. It is available in 66 countries, brings together six brands, and has several ISO certifications, including ISO 13485, ISO 14001, ISO 13485, and ISO 50001.
Millipore Sigma, formerly known as Sigma-Aldrich, was created in 175 through the merger of Sigma Chemical Company and Aldrich Chemical company and today is a subsidiary of Merck. Millipore Sigma is a life science and biotechnology company serving the industry with several products and services. Some of their product categories include peptide synthesis materials, biochemicals, building blocks, catalysts, chemical biology, chemical synthesis, flavors & fragrances, formulation, lab chemicals, lab safety, APIs, and stable isotopes. Services include characterization, contract manufacturing, custom products, software, support, testing, and mRNA development & manufacturing.
Nacalai Tesque Inc., founded in 1846 and headquartered in Kyoto, Japan, is a manufacturer of research chemicals, fine chemicals, diagnostics, and the related instruments. Some of its products include cytokines, nucleic acid electrophoresis, cell dissociation reagents, and sialic acid-related products, and it also offers custom and bulk service for bulk reagents and cell culture media. The company has more than 50 domestic distributors and several worldwide, including Asia, the Middle East, Oceania, Europe, and Africa. It is ISO 9001 and ISO 9002 certified, while the Kyoto South brand and Tesque factory are ISO 14001 certified.
Alfa Aesar is based in Lancashire, United Kingdom. Alfa Aesar is part of Thermo Fisher Scientific, is a manufacturer and supplier of chemicals, metals, and life science products for research and development. Alfa Aesar’s product lines include chemicals, life science, materials & metals, catalysts, and analytical & lab ware. Chemical offerings include inorganic compounds, organic compounds, organometallic, and solvents. Life sciences include biotechnology products, cellular & molecular biology, genomics, and immunology. Materials & metal include alloys, carbon, etchants, and more. Catalysts include ferrocenes, fuel cell products, and precious metals & catalysts. Alfa Aesar also offers custom manufacturing options.
Sisco Research Laboratories Pvt. Ltd. was established in 1975 and is headquartered in Mumbai, Maharashtra, India. The company manufactures highly complex reagents and biochemicals for public and private customers across industries with over 5000 products in different grades and packing sizes across product segments. The company’s 6 product categories are General Laboratory Chemicals & Solvents, Biochemicals & Specialty Fine Chemicals, Animal Cell Culture, Nanotechnology Products, Dehydrated Culture Media & Media Kits, and Biolit™ range of DNA and Protein tools.
Ranking as of December 2024
Derivation Method| Rank | Company | Click Share |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | SRL |
40.0%
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| 2 | Ereztech LLC |
20.0%
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| 3 | Parchem |
20.0%
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| 4 | Santa Cruz Biotechnology, Inc. |
20.0%
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Derivation Method
The ranking is calculated based on the click share within the thallium acetate page as of December 2024. Click share is defined as the total number of clicks for all companies during the period divided by the number of clicks for each company.Number of Employees
Newly Established Company
Company with a History
*Including some distributors, etc.
*Including some distributors, etc.
| Country | Number of Companies | Share (%) |
|---|---|---|
|
United States of America
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5 | 50.0% |
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Japan
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3 | 30.0% |
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United Kingdom
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1 | 10.0% |
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India
|
1 | 10.0% |
