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CHAPS(3-((3-Cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio)propanesulfonate) 10% w/v solution in water
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CHAPS (3-((3-Cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio)propanesulfonate) is a zwitterionic detergent widely used in biochemical research for solubilizing membrane proteins, cell lysis, and maintaining protein stability during purification. It is a mild, zwitterionic sulfobetaine surfactant that effectively disrupts lipid bilayers without denaturing proteins. This 10% w/v aqueous solution has a CAS number of 75621-03-3, molecular formula C32H58N2O7S, and a molecular weight of 614.88. It is stable at ambient storage conditions and carries no signal word under standard safety classifications. Molekula supplies CHAPS from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Assay/Purity | 99.3% |
| Water | filtered deionised, osmotised water |
| Storage Temperature | +20 ° C |
| Assay | > 99 % (from N, of dry product) |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear, colourless solution (20°C) |
| Concentration | 99.5 - 100.5 g/l |
| Storage Conditions | Room temperature |
| Nitrogen (N) | 4.50% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 32757739 |
| 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 | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29239001 |
| Tariff Code | 2923900090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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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 primarily used for?
CHAPS is a mild, zwitterionic detergent commonly used for solubilizing membrane proteins and maintaining their native structure in biochemical research.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of CHAPS?
The molecular formula is C₃₂H₅₈N₂O₇S, and the molecular weight is 614.88 g/mol.
How should CHAPS be stored?
Store at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from direct light and moisture.
What grade of CHAPS does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies analytical/biochemical grade CHAPS as a 10% w/v solution in water for research applications.
Can Molekula supply CHAPS in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide CHAPS in bulk, including custom volumes—please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation is provided with a CHAPS order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a product specification sheet.
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