Description

Quin 2-Am is a specialized chemical compound widely recognized as a calcium chelator and fluorescent indicator in biochemical research. Its primary value lies in its high selectivity for calcium ions, enabling precise measurement and manipulation of intracellular calcium concentrations. This makes it an essential tool for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and biotechnology sectors studying cell signaling, neurobiology, and cardiovascular function.

Application

• Intracellular Calcium Indicator: Used in fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry to visualize and quantify cytosolic Ca²⁺ levels in live cells.
• Biochemical Research Reagent: Serves as a critical tool for studying calcium-dependent signaling pathways, enzyme activation, and cellular responses.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in drug discovery screens to assess compound effects on calcium homeostasis and channel activity.
• Neurobiological Studies: Applied in neuroscience research to investigate calcium dynamics in neurons, synaptic transmission, and related disorders.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Utilized as a core component in the formulation of diagnostic kits and assays for clinical research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Quin 2-Am
CAS No.	83104-85-2
Molecular Formula	C₂₄H₂₄N₂O₈
Molecular Weight	468.46 g/mol
Synonyms	Quin-2 AM; Quin-2 Acetoxymethyl Ester; Quin-2, AM Ester; 2-{[2-Bis(carboxymethyl)amino-5-methylphenoxy]methyl}-6-methoxy-8-bis(carboxymethyl)aminoquinoline, Acetoxymethyl Ester, Tetraacetoxymethyl Ester; Quin2-AM; Q-2 AM; 1,2-Bis(2-aminophenoxy)ethane-N,N,N',N'-tetraacetic acid acetoxymethyl ester (common mis-association)
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Quality Control

Our Quin 2-Am is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analysis, including identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods and purity assessment by HPLC. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee product integrity and support your quality assurance requirements.

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 product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to moisture or light should be avoided to maintain stability and performance. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Off-white to light yellow powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Fluorescence Properties	Conforms to reference standard
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF

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