Molekula
CHAPS(3-((3-Cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio)propanesulfonate)
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
CHAPS is a zwitterionic detergent used in protein solubilization and membrane protein studies. It is commonly employed in biochemical research for maintaining protein stability and activity. Available in powder form with a CAS number of 75621-03-3, molecular formula C32H58N2O7S, and molecular weight 614.88 g/mol. Store at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies CHAPS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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5 g — $103.50 per pack
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25 g — $372.90 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤2% |
| TLC | One spot |
| Identification (IR) | Comparable to reference |
| Conductivity (0.1M in H2O) | ≤10us/cm |
| Assay HPLC | ≥98% |
| Solubility 10% in water | Clear and colourless |
| UV (5% in H2O) A290nm | ≤0.5 |
| UV (5% in H2O) A400nm | ≤0.02 |
| Solvent Content (by GC) Dimethylformamide | ≤2.0% |
| Nitrogen (N) | 4.46 - 4.65 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90005195 |
| CAS Number | 75621-03-3 |
| IUPAC Name | 3-[dimethyl-[3-[[(4R)-4-[(3R,5S,7R,8R,9S,10S,12S,13R,14S,17R)-3,7,12-trihydroxy-10,13-dimethyl-2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,11,12,14,15,16,17-tetradecahydro-1H-cyclopenta[a]phenanthren-17-yl]pentanoyl]amino]propyl]azaniumyl]propane-1-sulfonate |
| Molecular Formula | C32H58N2O7S |
| Molecular Weight | 614.88 |
| Exact Mass | 614.3965 |
| SMILES | C[C@H](CCC(=O)NCCC[N+](C)(C)CCCS(=O)(=O)[O-])[C@H]1CC[C@@H]2[C@@]1([C@H](C[C@H]3[C@H]2[C@@H](C[C@H]4[C@@]3(CC[C@H](C4)O)C)O)O)C |
| InChIKey | UMCMPZBLKLEWAF-BCTGSCMUSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C32H58N2O7S/c1-21(8-11-29(38)33-14-6-15-34(4,5)16-7-17-42(39,40)41)24-9-10-25-30-26(20-28(37)32(24,25)3)31(2)13-12-23(35)18-22(31)19-27(30)36/h21-28,30,35-37H,6-20H2,1-5H3,(H-,33,38,39,40,41)/t21-,22+,23-,24-,25+,26+,27-,28+,30+,31+,32-/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 107670 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 29242995 |
| Tariff Code | 2924297099 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H302 Harmful if swallowed
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P301+312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell
- 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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Spanish.
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.
Synonyms
- 3-((3-Cho
- 3-((3-Cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio)-1-propanesulfonate
- 3-((3-Cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonium)-1-propanesulfonate
- 3-(3-cholamidopropyl)dimethylammoniumpropane sulfonate
- 3-[(3-cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio]-1-propanesulphonate
- 3-[(3-cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio]propane-1-sulfonate
- 3-[(3-cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonium]-1-propansulfonate
- 3-[(3-Cholanidopropyl)dimethylammonio]-1-propanesulfonate
- CHAPS
- UMCMPZBLKLEWAF-BCTGSCMUSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is CHAPS used for?
CHAPS is primarily used as a zwitterionic detergent in biochemical applications, such as solubilizing membrane proteins and maintaining protein stability during purification.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of CHAPS?
The formula of CHAPS is C32H58N2O7S with a molecular weight of 614.88 g/mol.
How should CHAPS be stored?
CHAPS should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and light.
What grade of CHAPS does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies CHAPS in high-purity grade suitable for research and biochemical applications.
Can Molekula supply CHAPS in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply CHAPS in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a CHAPS order?
Each CHAPS order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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