Description

Dansyl-ε-Aminocaproic Acid (Dicyclohexylammonium) Salt is a high-purity, fluorescent-labeled derivative of 6-aminohexanoic acid, designed for advanced research and analytical applications. This compound is valued for its role as a critical reagent in fluorescence-based detection and labeling techniques, offering excellent sensitivity and specificity. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for proteomics, enzyme studies, and high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) analysis.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling Reagent: Used for the derivatization and sensitive detection of amino acids, peptides, and proteins in chromatographic analysis.
• Proteomics Research: Serves as a key tool for protein sequencing, identification, and post-translational modification studies via fluorescence tagging.
• Enzyme Activity Assays: Employed in kinetic studies and inhibitor screening for proteases and other hydrolytic enzymes.
• HPLC & LC-MS Standards: Acts as a reference standard or internal standard for method development and validation in analytical chemistry.
• Bioconjugation: Utilized for creating fluorescent conjugates of biomolecules for imaging and diagnostic applications.
• Pharmaceutical Analysis: Applied in the quality control of APIs and in metabolic pathway research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dansyl-ε-Aminocaproic Acid (Dicyclohexylammonium) Salt
CAS No.	76563-39-8
Molecular Formula	C25H41N3O4S
Molecular Weight	479.68 g/mol
Synonyms	6-[(5-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-1-sulfonyl)amino]hexanoic acid dicyclohexylammonium salt; Dansyl-6-aminocaproic acid dicyclohexylammonium salt; Dns-ε-Aca-OH·DCHA salt; Nε-Dansyl-L-lysine analog dicyclohexylammonium salt; Fluorescent aminocaproic acid derivative; DCHA salt of Dansyl-aminocaproic acid; 76563-39-8; Dansyl caproic acid derivative
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Quality Control

Our Dansyl-ε-Aminocaproic Acid (Dicyclohexylammonium) Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a cool, dry place. The product is light-sensitive (store away from light). For long-term storage, consider desiccation to maintain stability.

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)	≥ 95.0%
Assay	≥ 97.0% (on anhydrous basis)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%

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