Description

3-Bodipy-Propanoylaminocaproic Acid, n-Hydroxysuccinimide Ester is a highly reactive, fluorescent labeling reagent designed for the covalent modification of biomolecules. This compound is critical for researchers and developers requiring precise, stable fluorescent tagging in complex biological systems. It is primarily utilized in the life sciences sector for applications in bioimaging, diagnostics, and advanced biochemical assays, where its bright fluorescence and efficient conjugation chemistry provide significant advantages.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling of Proteins and Antibodies: For use in flow cytometry, Western blotting, and immunofluorescence microscopy.
• Bioconjugation for Diagnostic Assay Development: Essential for creating fluorescent probes and sensors in clinical diagnostics and point-of-care testing.
• Live-Cell and Super-Resolution Imaging: Enables long-term tracking of cellular processes due to its photostability and cell permeability.
• Proteomics and Biomarker Research: Used to tag peptides and proteins for detection and quantification in complex mixtures.
• Drug Delivery and Targeting Studies: Facilitates the visualization of drug carrier distribution and cellular uptake mechanisms.
• Material Science and Biointerface Engineering: Applied to create fluorescently functionalized surfaces for biosensors and biochips.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-Bodipy-Propanoylaminocaproic Acid, n-Hydroxysuccinimide Ester
CAS No.	217190-09-5
Molecular Formula	C24H31BF2N4O5
Molecular Weight	520.34 g/mol
Synonyms	BODIPY® FL NHS Ester; BDP FL NHS Ester; 4,4-Difluoro-5,7-Dimethyl-4-Bora-3a,4a-Diaza-s-Indacene-3-Propionic Acid, Succinimidyl Ester; BODIPY-FL, SE; BODIPY® 493/503 NHS Ester; BODIPY FL-X, SE; 3-(4,4-Difluoro-5,7-dimethyl-4-bora-3a,4a-diaza-s-indacene-3-yl)propionic acid N-succinimidyl ester
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Quality Control

Our 3-Bodipy-Propanoylaminocaproic Acid, n-Hydroxysuccinimide Ester is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high performance. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectrophotometric analysis for fluorescence properties, and identity confirmation (NMR, MS). A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting all specifications is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store desiccated at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Orange to red solid
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Extinction Coefficient (ε)	~90,000 cm⁻¹M⁻¹ at 503 nm
Fluorescence Emission Max	~513 nm
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, acetonitrile
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%

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