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3-Morpholino-2-hydroxypropanesulfonic acid
Synonym(s): β-Hydroxy-4-morpholinepropanesulfonic acid, 3-Morpholino-2-hydroxypropanesulfonic acid
Description
MOPS Biotech is a high purity, GMP Reagent Grade product. MOPS is a zwitterionic buffer used as a running buffer for denaturing gel electrophoresis and as a buffering agent in many biological and biochemical applications. MOPS can be used as a Good’s buffer because it has low UV absorptivity, minimal reactivity, stable pH and is soluble in water.
Specifications
| Item | Value |
| Chemical Name | |
| Appearance | White Powder |
| CAS No. | 68399-77-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C7H15NO5S |
| Molecular Weight | 225.3 |
| Grade | High Purity Grade |
| Purity | >99.0% |
| Solubility(33.3%,Water) | Clear Colorless |
| Melting Point | 275-280ºC |
| Moisture (KF) | <1% |
| Storage | Store at Room Temperature. Protect from Moisture. |
Features
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High-Purity Grade — ≥ 99.0% purity ensures minimal impurities for reliable results in sensitive experiments.
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Zwitterionic Buffer — Low reactivity, minimal metal-ion binding, and low UV absorbance.
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Wide Useful pH Range — Effective buffering from pH 6.2 to 7.6, suitable for physiological and near-physiological conditions.
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Fully Water-Soluble — Easily dissolves in water for buffer, media, and reagent preparation.
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Versatile Applications — Compatible with electrophoresis, enzyme assays, protein purification, cell culture, and biochemical reactions.
Applications
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Gel Electrophoresis — Provides stable pH as a running buffer for DNA/RNA analysis.
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Cell Culture & Media Preparation — Maintains physiological pH in cell culture media.
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Protein Purification & Chromatography — Suitable as a buffer during protein extraction and purification.
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Enzyme Assays & Biochemical Reactions — Ensures optimal enzyme activity and reproducible results.
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Reagent & Analytical Solutions — Ideal for stock solutions, buffer formulation, and diagnostic reagents.
Safety Disclaimer
This product is intended for laboratory research use only. Not for drug, human, or veterinary use. Review the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) provided by BioFargo for detailed handling, storage, hazard, and disposal information. Use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) including gloves, lab coat, and eye protection when handling. Dispose of waste and residual buffer in accordance with local, state, and federal regulations. Ensure proper ventilation if preparing large volumes or heating solutions.
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When can I expect my order to ship?
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Our standard shipping usually take 2-5 days.
We also provide express shippping for time-sensitive deliveries.
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