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MOPS- 3-Morpholinopropanesulfonic acid (BC)

SKU 90038492 CAS 1132-61-2 C7H15NO4S MW 209.3 Available on enquiry

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MOPS (3-Morpholinopropanesulfonic acid) is a zwitterionic buffer widely used in biochemical research, molecular biology, and protein studies to maintain stable pH in solutions. It is particularly effective in the pH range of 6.5–7.9 and is commonly employed in electrophoresis, enzyme assays, and cell culture media due to its low UV absorption and minimal interference with biological systems. This chemical has a CAS number of 1132-61-2, with the molecular formula C7H15NO4S and a molecular weight of 209.3 g/mol. It is stored at ambient conditions and carries a signal word of "Warning" for safety. Molekula supplies MOPS 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: 90038492
CAS Number: 1132-61-2
IUPAC Name: 3-morpholin-4-ylpropane-1-sulfonic acid
EC Number: 214-478-5
Molecular Formula: C7H15NO4S
Molecular Weight: 209.3
Exact Mass: 209.0722
SMILES: C1COCCN1CCCS(=O)(=O)O
InChIKey: DVLFYONBTKHTER-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI: InChI=1S/C7H15NO4S/c9-13(10,11)7-1-2-8-3-5-12-6-4-8/h1-7H2,(H,9,10,11)
PubChem CID: 70807

Synonyms

3-(4-Morpholino)propanesulfonic acid
3-(N-Morpholino)propanesulfonic acid
3-morpholin-4-ylpropane-1-sulfonic acid
3-Morpholinopropane-1-sulfonic acid
3-Morpholinopropanesulfonic acid
4-Morpholinepropanesulfonic acid
MOPS
morpholine propanesulphonic acid
Morpholinopropane sulfonic acid
Morpholinopropanesulfonic acid; WAS 15

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Frequently asked questions

What is MOPS (3-Morpholinopropanesulfonic acid) commonly used for?

MOPS is primarily used as a buffering agent in biological and biochemical applications, such as cell culture media, electrophoresis, and molecular biology experiments.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of MOPS?

The chemical formula is **C₇H₁₅NO₄S**, and the molecular weight is **209.3 g/mol**.

How should MOPS be stored?

MOPS should be stored at **ambient temperature** in a dry, well-ventilated area, away from incompatible substances.

What grades of MOPS does Molekula supply?

Molekula supplies **biochemical-grade MOPS**, suitable for research and laboratory applications requiring high purity.

Can Molekula supply MOPS in bulk quantities?

Yes, Molekula can supply MOPS in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet customer requirements—please contact us for pricing and availability.

What documentation comes with a MOPS order?

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

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 2000 from ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified facilities. 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.