Description

(+-)-12-(9-Anthroyloxy)Stearic Acid CAS NO 30536-60-8 is a specialized fluorescent fatty acid derivative, where the anthracene moiety acts as a sensitive spectroscopic probe. This compound matters for its unique ability to report on the local environment and dynamics within lipid membranes and other hydrophobic systems. Researchers and product developers in the life sciences and advanced materials sectors need it for probing membrane fluidity, protein-lipid interactions, and as a key component in developing sophisticated fluorescent sensors and assays.

Application

• Membrane Biophysics Research: As a fluorescent probe for studying lipid bilayer properties, phase transitions, and microdomain formation.
• Lipid-Protein Interaction Studies: To investigate the binding and conformational changes of membrane-associated proteins.
• Fluorescence Anisotropy & Polarization: Serving as a reporter molecule for measuring rotational diffusion and molecular order in lipid assemblies.
• Model System Development: For creating and calibrating artificial membrane systems like liposomes and supported lipid bilayers.
• Sensor Fabrication: As a critical component in the design of chemical and biological sensors that respond to environmental changes.
• Advanced Material Science: Potential use in the development of smart, responsive materials with optical reporting capabilities.

Basic Information

Product Name	(+-)-12-(9-Anthroyloxy)Stearic Acid
CAS No.	30536-60-8
Molecular Formula	C35H46O3
Molecular Weight	514.74 g/mol
Synonyms	12-(9-Anthroyloxy)stearic acid; 12-(Anthracene-9-carbonyloxy)octadecanoic acid; 9-Anthroyloxystearic acid; 12-AS; AS-12; 12-(9-Anthryloxy)stearic acid; (±)-12-(9-Anthroyloxy)stearic acid; DL-12-(9-Anthroyloxy)stearic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Every batch of (+-)-12-(9-Anthroyloxy)Stearic Acid is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, critical for sensitive research applications. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This compound is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere to prevent potential oxidation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder or solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0% (Area %)
Melting Point	Contact for details
Fluorescence Properties	Excitation/Emission maxima typical for anthracene derivatives
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF, chloroform; slightly soluble in alcohols

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