Description

Dansyl-4-Aminobutyric Acid is a dansyl-labeled derivative of the neurotransmitter γ-aminobutyric acid (GABA). This compound is a critical reagent in analytical chemistry and life science research, valued for its strong fluorescence properties. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and biotechnology sectors for labeling, detection, and quantification applications.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling Agent: Used to tag amino acids, peptides, and proteins for sensitive detection in chromatographic and electrophoretic analyses.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a probe in neuroscience and cell biology studies to investigate GABA-related metabolic pathways and receptor interactions.
• Analytical Standard: Employed as a high-purity reference standard in HPLC and LC-MS methods for method development, validation, and quality control.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key intermediate in the synthesis of fluorescent diagnostic kits and assays.
• Pharmaceutical Analysis: Utilized in the analysis and quality testing of pharmaceutical compounds that interact with the GABAergic system.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dansyl-4-Aminobutyric Acid
CAS No.	1236-58-4
Molecular Formula	C16H20N2O4S
Molecular Weight	336.41 g/mol
Synonyms	5-(Dimethylamino)naphthalene-1-sulfonyl-4-aminobutanoic acid; Dansyl-GABA; DNS-GABA; 4-[(5-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-1-sulfonyl)amino]butyric acid; GABA dansyl derivative; N-Dansyl-4-aminobutyric acid; 1-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-5-sulfonamidobutyric acid
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Quality Control

Our Dansyl-4-Aminobutyric Acid is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and analytical applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.