Water soluble amino dye for enzymatic transamination labeling, and other coupling with electrophiles. Cyanine5 is a popular fluorophore which is compatible with different fluorescence measuring instruments.
Sulfo-Cyanine5 derivatives possess good water solubility.
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General properties
Appearance:
dark blue solid
Molecular weight:
740.98
Molecular formula:
C38H52N4O7S2
Solubility:
good in water, DMF, DMSO, alcohols
Quality control:
NMR 1H, HPLC-MS (95%)
Storage conditions:
Storage: 24 months after receival at -20°C in the dark. Transportation: at room temperature for up to 3 weeks. Avoid prolonged exposure to light. Desiccate.