A zwitterionic buffer that is used in research.A protocol has been reported for the use of BES buffered saline in the calcium phosphate mediated transfection of eukaryotic cells with plasmid DNA.
Also known as 2 - (Bis (2 - hydroxyethyl) amino) ethanesulfonic acid or N,N - bis (2 - hydroxyethyl)-Taurine
pKA (25 C): 7.1
Heavy Metals: <0.0005%.
Appearance: Solid
Boiling Point: 404.34°C (Predicted)
Density: 1.44 g/cm3 (Predicted)
Melting Point: 152-154°C
PH Value: 6.4-7.8
RTECS Number: KI7363500