5-Aminofluorescein CAS 3326-34-9: Comprehensive User Guide
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1. Product Overview & Specification Comparison
Basic Parameters
Parameter | Value |
---|---|
Product Name | 5-Aminofluorescein |
CAS Number | 3326-34-9 |
Molecular Formula | C₂₀H₁₃NO₅ |
Molecular Weight | 347.32 g/mol |
Appearance | Orange-red crystalline powder |
Solubility | Soluble in DMSO, ethanol, alkaline aqueous solutions |
Purity | >98% (HPLC) |
Storage | 2-8°C in dark conditions |
Comparative Analysis
Feature | 5-Aminofluorescein | Fluorescein | Rhodamine B |
---|---|---|---|
Excitation/Emission (nm) | 490/514 | 494/521 | 540/625 |
Quantum Yield | 0.85 | 0.93 | 0.31 |
pH Sensitivity | Moderate | High | Low |
Reactive Groups | Primary amine | Hydroxyl | Carboxyl |
Photostability | Superior | Moderate | High |
2. Key Applications of 5-Aminofluorescein
Core Applications
- Biomolecular Labeling: Covalent conjugation with antibodies/proteins via amine-reactive crosslinkers
- Fluorescent Probes: Heavy metal detection (Cu²⁺, Fe³⁺) with detection limits <1 ppm
- Diagnostic Reagents: Lateral flow assay development for rapid medical testing
- Environmental Monitoring: Real-time tracking of pollutant migration in groundwater
- Photodynamic Therapy: Photosensitizer in experimental cancer treatments
3. Usage Scenarios & Experimental Protocols
Example 1: Metal Ion Detection
- Prepare 10 mM stock solution in 0.1M NaOH
- Mix with sample solution (1:100 v/v ratio)
- Incubate 15 min at 25°C protected from light
- Measure fluorescence at 514nm (excitation 490nm)
- Quantify using pre-established calibration curve
Example 2: Cellular Imaging
- Conjugate with targeting antibodies via NHS chemistry
- Apply 1μg/mL conjugate to fixed cells for 30min
- Wash 3x with PBS buffer (pH 7.4)
- Image using 488nm laser excitation
4. Real-World Customer Case Studies
Case 1: BioTech Solutions Ltd.
Challenge: Required stable fluorescent marker for COVID-19 antigen test strips
Solution: 5-Aminofluorescein-based conjugate showed 40% higher brightness than alternatives
Result: Achieved 99.2% clinical specificity in 10,000+ test samples
Case 2: University Research Team
Challenge: Tracking nanoplastic absorption in marine organisms
Solution: 5-Aminofluorescein-tagged nanoparticles with 72h stability
Result: Published in Environmental Science & Technology (Impact Factor: 9.028)
5. Contact for Technical Support & Quotations
For bulk orders, custom conjugations, or technical documentation:
Email: info@vivalr.com
Tel: (86) 15866781826
Our experts provide:
- Free sample testing for qualified applicants
- Regulatory support (REACH, FDA DMF)
- Custom synthesis (scale: 10mg to 10kg)