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Fluoraldehyde™ o-Phthaldialdehyde Reagent Solution (OPA)
Fluoraldehyde™ o-Phthaldialdehyde Reagent Solution (OPA) is a fluorescent derivatizing agent used in amino acid analysis and protein quantification. It reacts rapidly with primary amines to form highly fluorescent adducts detectable by HPLC or capillary electrophoresis. Available in 10 mL and 100 mL vials, stored at 2–8 °C, and labeled with a Warning signal word. Molekula supplies Fluoraldehyde™ o-Phthaldialdehyde Reagent Solution (OPA) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Fluoraldehyde™ o-Phthaldialdehyde Reagent Solution (OPA) is a fluorescent derivatizing agent used in amino acid analysis and protein quantification. It reacts rapidly with primary amines to form highly fluorescent adducts detectable by HPLC or capillary electrophoresis. Available in 10 mL and 100 mL vials, stored at 2–8 °C, and labeled with a Warning signal word. Molekula supplies Fluoraldehyde™ o-Phthaldialdehyde Reagent Solution (OPA) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
Specifications available on request — see Documents below or contact our sales team.
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Molecular Weight | N/A |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| Tariff Code | 29122900 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements
- P273 Avoid release to the environment
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P332+313 IF skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is Fluoraldehyde™ o-Phthaldialdehyde Reagent Solution (OPA) used for?
It is used for the derivatization of primary amines, particularly in the detection and quantification of amino acids and amines in HPLC and capillary electrophoresis.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of OPA?
The molecular formula is C8H4O2, but the molecular weight is not available for this reagent solution.
How should Fluoraldehyde™ OPA reagent solution be stored?
It should be stored at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light to maintain stability.
What grade is available for this OPA reagent solution?
This product is supplied as a high-purity reagent solution suitable for analytical and research applications.
Can Molekula supply Fluoraldehyde™ OPA in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply this reagent in bulk; please contact our sales team for volume pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of this OPA reagent solution?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety documentation, including SDS, with the shipment.
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