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Dansyl chloride

SKU 22561258 CAS 605-65-2 C12H12ClNO2S MW 269.75 Available on enquiry

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Dansyl chloride is a fluorescent labeling reagent used in analytical chemistry and biochemistry for tagging amino acids, proteins, and other biomolecules. It is also used to derivatize samples for fluorescence detection in high performance liquid chromatography (HPLC). It is a yellow crystalline solid with the molecular formula C12H12ClNO2S and a molecular weight of 269.75 g/mol. It is stored at 2 to 8 °C and classified as dangerous. Molekula supplies Dansyl chloride 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
22561258
CAS Number
605-65-2
IUPAC Name
5-(dimethylamino)naphthalene-1-sulfonyl chloride
EC Number
210-092-6
Molecular Formula
C12H12ClNO2S
Molecular Weight
269.75
Exact Mass
269.0277
SMILES
CN(C)C1=CC=CC2=C1C=CC=C2S(=O)(=O)Cl
InChIKey
XPDXVDYUQZHFPV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C12H12ClNO2S/c1-14(2)11-7-3-6-10-9(11)5-4-8-12(10)17(13,15)16/h3-8H,1-2H3
PubChem CID
11801

Synonyms

  • 1-Chlorosulfonyl-5-dimethylaminonaphthalene
  • 1-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-5-sulfonyl chloride
  • 1-NAPHTHALENESULFONYL CHLORIDE, 5-(DIMETHYLAMINO)-
  • 5-(Dimethylamino)-1-naphthalenesulfonyl chloride
  • 5-(Dimethylamino)naphthalene-1-sulfonyl chloride
  • 5-Dimethylaminonaphthalene-1-sulphonyl chloride
  • Dansyl
  • Dimethylaminonaphthalenesulfonyl chloride
  • DNS chloride
  • DNS-Cl

Frequently asked questions

What is dansyl chloride used for?

Dansyl chloride is primarily used as a fluorescent labeling reagent for amines and thiols in biochemical and analytical applications.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of dansyl chloride?

The formula is C12H12ClNO2S with a molecular weight of 269.75 g/mol.

How should dansyl chloride be stored?

Store at 2 to 8 °C in a cool, dark place to maintain stability and prevent degradation.

What grade of dansyl chloride does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies dansyl chloride in high-purity research grade.

Can Molekula supply dansyl chloride in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can supply dansyl chloride in bulk quantities—please contact sales for details.

What documentation comes with a dansyl chloride order?

Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) with the shipment.

Related products

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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