Description

3-(4-Azido-2-Nitrobenzoylseleno)Propionic Acid is a specialized organoselenium compound featuring a reactive azido group and a nitrobenzoyl moiety. This unique structure makes it a valuable photoaffinity labeling agent and a versatile chemical crosslinker in advanced research and development. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, bioconjugation, and materials science sectors for probing protein interactions and developing novel functional materials.

Application

• Photoaffinity Labeling: A critical reagent for identifying and studying protein-ligand interactions and binding sites in drug discovery.
• Bioconjugation & Crosslinking: Used to create stable covalent bonds between biomolecules (e.g., proteins, peptides) and other molecules or surfaces under controlled light activation.
• Polymer & Materials Science: Serves as a functional monomer or crosslinker for synthesizing advanced polymers with specific light-responsive or seleno-containing properties.
• Chemical Biology Probes: Enables the development of activity-based probes to study enzyme function and metabolic pathways.
• Surface Modification: Facilitates the covalent attachment of functional groups to various substrates for sensor development and biomaterial engineering.
• R&D of Selenium-Containing Therapeutics: Investigated as a precursor or model compound in the research of novel organoselenium drugs with potential antioxidant or anticancer activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	3-(4-Azido-2-Nitrobenzoylseleno)Propionic Acid
CAS No.	78579-48-3
Molecular Formula	C10H8N4O5Se
Molecular Weight	359.16 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Azido-2-nitrobenzoylselenopropionic Acid; 3-[(4-Azido-2-nitrobenzoyl)seleno]propanoic Acid; 2-Nitro-4-azidobenzoylselenopropionic Acid; ANB-SPA; S-(3-Carboxypropyl) 4-Azido-2-nitrobenzene selenoate; 4-Azido-2-nitrobenzeneselenopropionic Acid; Propionic Acid, 3-(4-azido-2-nitrobenzoylseleno)-; 78579-48-3
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Quality Control

Our 3-(4-Azido-2-Nitrobenzoylseleno)Propionic Acid is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC, NMR, and FT-IR, to ensure high purity and structural identity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment to guarantee reproducibility and reliability for your critical research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below under an inert atmosphere (e.g., argon or nitrogen) to minimize oxidation and degradation. Allow the container to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Yellow to orange crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95% (Area %)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in organic solvents

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