Description

Bapta is a high-purity chelating agent and biochemical reagent widely recognized for its strong affinity for calcium ions. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise control of calcium concentrations in complex systems. It is a critical component in life science research, diagnostic kit formulation, and various industrial processes where metal ion sequestration is paramount.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a specific calcium chelator in buffer systems for enzymology, cell biology, and molecular biology studies.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A key ingredient in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits and assays that measure calcium-dependent processes.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Used in the synthesis of more complex pharmaceutical compounds requiring chelation functionality.
• Industrial Water Treatment: Acts as a scale inhibitor and metal ion sequestrant in cooling water and boiler water systems.
• Cosmetic Formulations: Employed to stabilize products by chelating trace metal ions that can cause degradation or discoloration.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a masking agent in titrations and other analytical techniques to prevent interference from calcium ions.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bapta
CAS No.	85233-19-8
Molecular Formula	C22H32N2O14
Molecular Weight	548.50 g/mol
Synonyms	BAPTA; 1,2-Bis(o-aminophenoxy)ethane-N,N,N',N'-tetraacetic acid; BAPTA, Free Acid; BAPTA Acid; BAPTA Tetrasodium Salt (precursor); EGTA Analogue; Glycine, N,N'-1,2-ethanediylbis[N-(carboxymethyl)-, 4,4'-(1,2-ethanediylbis(oxy))bis[2-aminobenzene] ester]; A High-Affinity Calcium Chelator
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Quality Control

Our Bapta is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research or production requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 15-25°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept tightly sealed in a low-humidity environment to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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