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CAPS Sodium salt

SKU 65152663 CAS 105140-23-6 C9H18NO3SNa MW 243.30 Available on enquiry

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CAPS Sodium salt is a water-soluble zwitterionic Good's-type buffering agent widely used in biochemical research and protein stabilization. It is also employed in electrophoresis and as a pH buffer in biological assays. This chemical has a CAS number of 105140-23-6, a molecular formula of C9H18NO3SNa, and a molecular weight of 243.30 g/mol. It is safe for ambient storage and carries no signal word under standard handling. Molekula supplies CAPS Sodium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
65152663
CAS Number
105140-23-6
IUPAC Name
sodium 3-(cyclohexylamino)propane-1-sulfonate
Molecular Formula
C9H18NO3SNa
Molecular Weight
243.30
Exact Mass
243.0905
SMILES
C1CCC(CC1)NCCCS(=O)(=O)[O-].[Na+]
InChIKey
ZFIDLTODXGXBFM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
InChI
InChI=1S/C9H19NO3S.Na/c11-14(12,13)8-4-7-10-9-5-2-1-3-6-9;/h9-10H,1-8H2,(H,11,12,13);/q;+1/p-1
PubChem CID
23666801

Synonyms

  • 3-Cyclohexylamino-1-propanesulfonic acid sodium salt
  • C9H18NNaO3S
  • CAPS, sodium salt 3-(Cyclohexylamino)-1-propanesulfonic acid, sodium salt
  • sodium 3-(cyclohexylamino)propane-1-sulfonate
  • sodium-3-(cyclohexylamino)-1-propanesulfonate
  • ZFIDLTODXGXBFM-UHFFFAOYSA-M

Frequently asked questions

What is CAPS Sodium salt used for?

CAPS Sodium salt is commonly used as a buffer in high-pH applications, such as Western blot transfer buffers and electrophoresis. With a pKa of about 10.4, it buffers effectively in the pH 9.7–11.1 range.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of CAPS Sodium salt?

The chemical formula is C9H18NO3SNa, and the molecular weight is 243.30 g/mol.

How should CAPS Sodium salt be stored?

Store at ambient temperature in a cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight and moisture.

What grades of CAPS Sodium salt does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies analytical and biochemical grades of CAPS Sodium salt, suitable for research and laboratory applications.

Can Molekula supply CAPS Sodium salt in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply CAPS Sodium salt in bulk, with quantities tailored to your research or industrial needs—please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with an order of CAPS Sodium salt?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability and compliance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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