2,2-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid)

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2,2-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) Specification

Smell
Other

Shelf Life
2 years under recommended storage conditions Years

Structural Formula
Provided upon request

Shape
Amorphous

Storage
Store at 2-8C protected from light and moisture

Melting Point
Decomposes before melting

Usage
Commonly used in colorimetric assays for enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA) and spectrophotometric analysis

Molecular Formula
C18H18N4O6S4

Other Names
ABTS

Appearance
Powder

Physical Form
Solid

Molecular Weight
514.62 g/mol Grams (g)

HS Code
2934.20.00

Poisonous
No

Ph Level
Neutral to slightly acidic (pH ~6-7 in solution)

Application
Used as a substrate in enzymatic assays primarily for peroxidase activity in biochemistry

Classification
Organic Compound

Chemical Name
22-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid)

CAS No
30931-67-0

Type
Chemical Reagent

Purity(%)
98%

EINECS No
250-431-6

Color
Green (when oxidized)

About 2,2-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid)

2,2-Azino-bis(3-ethylbenzothiazoline-6-sulfonic acid) (commonly known as ABTS) is an organic compound extensively used as a chemical reagent in biochemistry. Available in amorphous powder form, this substrate is designed for enzymatic assays, particularly to measure peroxidase activity in colorimetric and spectrophotometric techniques, such as enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA). ABTS exhibits a green color when oxidized and delivers reliable performance due to its high purity of 98%. The compound is neutral to slightly acidic in solution (pH ~6-7) and decomposes before melting. It has a molecular weight of 514.62 g/mol and a molecular formula of C18H18N4O6S4. For optimal longevity and effectiveness, it is advised to store ABTS at 2-8C while protecting it from light and moisture, ensuring a 2-year shelf life under recommended conditions. This non-poisonous chemical provides precision in biochemical applications and supports critical advancements in the field of enzymology.