Description

Pyrene Maleimide CAS NO 1869968-64-8 is a high-purity, functionalized organic compound that serves as a critical building block in advanced material science and bioconjugation chemistry. Its core value lies in the unique combination of the pyrene fluorophore's excellent photophysical properties with the maleimide group's selective reactivity toward thiols. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the fields of polymer chemistry, fluorescent labeling, and the development of diagnostic assays and sensors.

Application

• Polymer Modification & Functionalization: Acts as a key monomer or cross-linking agent for synthesizing and modifying polymers with specific fluorescent or reactive properties.
• Bioconjugation & Protein Labeling: Used for site-specific fluorescent labeling of antibodies, peptides, and other biomolecules via thiol-maleimide chemistry for imaging and detection.
• Fluorescent Probe & Sensor Development: Serves as the core fluorophore in the design of molecular probes, chemosensors, and bioimaging agents due to pyrene's long fluorescence lifetime and excimer formation capability.
• Organic Electronic Materials: Incorporated as a functional moiety in the development of organic semiconductors, light-emitting diodes (OLEDs), and photovoltaic materials.
• Surface Coating & Adhesive Formulation: Utilized to introduce specific adhesion-promoting or detectable functionalities into advanced coatings and adhesive systems.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for research in supramolecular chemistry, nanotechnology, and the development of novel functional materials.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Pyrene Maleimide
CAS No.	1869968-64-8
Molecular Formula	C22H13NO2
Molecular Weight	323.35 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Pyrenemethyl-3-maleimidopropionate; 1-Pyrenemethyl 3-Maleimidopropanoate; N-(3-(1-Pyrenylmethoxy)-3-oxopropyl)maleimide; Maleimidopropionic acid pyren-1-ylmethyl ester; Pyrene-PEG2-maleimide; Pyrene Maleimide Crosslinker; PMI; Contact for additional trade names and abbreviations.
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Quality Control

Our Pyrene Maleimide is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification, NMR and MS for structural confirmation, and loss on drying analysis. We are committed to providing materials that meet the stringent requirements of research and development. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment to ensure full traceability and compliance with your specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This compound is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere such as argon or nitrogen to maintain optimal stability and purity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to light brown solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0 %
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, THF

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