CAS No.: 1132-61-2

MOPS is a zwitterionic amino acid which acts as one of the "Good" buffers. It is a structural analog to MES. However, MOPS is a more suitable biological buffer than MES because the pH range is closer to pH 7.4.

CAS Number: 1132-61-2 MDL: MFCD00006183 Form: Liquid Other References Harmonized Tariff Code: 2934.99 TSCA: Yes

Molecular Biology Grade Heavy Metals: <5 ppm pKa: (20°C) 7.20 ± 0.2 pH Range: 6.5-7.9

MOPS is a zwitterionic amino acid which acts as one of the "Good" buffers. Concentrations higher than 20 mM should not be used with mammalian cell cultures.

CAS: 1132-61-2 EC No: 214-478-5 MDL No: MFCD00006183 RTECS: QE9104530 Powder Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₄S MW: 209.27 Melting Point: 277-280° Flash Point: 110°C (230°F)

Features Synonym: 3-(N-Morpholino)propanesulfonic acid CAS#: 1132-61-2 Molecular Formula: C₇H₁₅NO₄S Molecular Weight: 209.26