Description

Mqae CAS NO 162558-52-3 is a specialized chemical compound, a quaternary ammonium salt, known for its utility as a selective fluorescent indicator. This compound matters for its critical role in biochemical research and analytical chemistry, particularly in the detection and quantification of specific ions. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic manufacturers for applications in molecular sensing and assay development.

Application

• Fluorescent Chloride Ion Indicator: Widely used in biological research for real-time monitoring of intracellular chloride ion (Cl⁻) concentrations.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Serves as a key component in the formulation of diagnostic kits and research assays for ion channel studies.
• Neuroscience and Physiology Research: Employed in studies of neuronal inhibition and cellular ion transport mechanisms.
• Sensor Fabrication: Used in the development of optical chemical sensors for environmental or clinical analysis.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Utilized in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify modulators of chloride channels.
• Cell Biology Studies: Applied in fluorescence microscopy to visualize and quantify ion dynamics in live cells.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mqae
CAS No.	162558-52-3
Molecular Formula	C₂₆H₂₀N₂O₃
Molecular Weight	408.45 g/mol
Synonyms	N-(Ethoxycarbonylmethyl)-6-methoxyquinolinium bromide; 6-Methoxy-N-ethylcarboxyamidoquinolinium bromide; MQAE; MQAE bromide; (6-Methoxyquinolinium-1-yl)-acetate ethyl ester bromide; Chloride ionophore VII; Fluorescent chloride indicator; N-(6-Methoxyquinolyl)acetoethyl ester bromide
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Quality Control

Our Mqae is produced under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term stability, consider storage under desiccant.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Fluorescence Properties	Conforms to reference

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