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

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

Appearance
Powder

HS Code
2934.20.00

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

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

Other Names
ABTS

Smell
Other

Melting Point
Decomposes before melting

Poisonous
No

Shape
Amorphous

Molecular Formula
C18H18N4O6S4

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

Structural Formula
Provided upon request

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

Physical Form
Solid

Molecular Weight
514.62 g/mol Grams (g)

Shelf Life
2 years under recommended storage conditions Years

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.