Description

n-Dansyl-1,8-Diaminooctane is a dansyl-labeled derivative of 1,8-diaminooctane, a bifunctional alkyl chain with primary amine groups. This compound is a critical reagent in biochemical research and analytical chemistry, valued for its strong fluorescence properties when bound to specific targets. It is primarily used by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector for developing sensitive detection assays and studying molecular interactions.

Application

• Fluorescent Labeling Reagent: Used to tag proteins, peptides, and other biomolecules for detection and quantification via fluorescence spectroscopy or microscopy.
• Bioconjugation & Cross-linking: Serves as a heterobifunctional linker for conjugating molecules due to its reactive amine groups and fluorescent dansyl moiety.
• Enzyme & Receptor Studies: Employed as a substrate analog or probe in enzymatic assays and for investigating receptor-ligand binding kinetics.
• Chromatography & Electrophoresis: Acts as a derivatization agent to enhance the detection sensitivity of amines and amino acids in HPLC and capillary electrophoresis.
• Material Science Research: Utilized in the surface functionalization of nanoparticles and polymers to introduce fluorescent tags for tracking and imaging applications.
• Diagnostic Kit Development: Incorporated into the development of fluorescent immunoassays and other diagnostic tools for clinical and research use.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Dansyl-1,8-Diaminooctane
CAS No.	77840-23-4
Molecular Formula	C20H33N3O2S
Molecular Weight	379.56 g/mol
Synonyms	N1-(5-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-1-sulfonyl)-1,8-diaminooctane; 1,8-Diaminooctane Dansyl Derivative; Dansylcadaverine analog; N-Dansyl-1,8-octanediamine; 5-(Dimethylamino)naphthalene-1-sulfonamidooctylamine; DNS-1,8-Diaminooctane; 1,8-Octanediamine, N-(5-dimethylaminonaphthalene-1-sulfonyl)-; D-3780 (potential catalog number)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our n-Dansyl-1,8-Diaminooctane is manufactured under strict quality protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and spectroscopic methods for structural confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange powder or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%

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