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216254 BCECF/AM - CAS 117464-70-7 - Calbiochem

A variable mixture of cell-permeable ester derivatives of BCECF that are hydrolyzed by cytosolic esterases to yield intracellularly trapped indicator BCECF.

BCECF/AM - CAS 117464-70-7 - Calbiochem MSDS (material safety data sheet) or SDS, CoA and CoQ, dossiers, brochures and other available documents.

Synonyms: 2ʹ,7ʹ-bis-(Carboxyethyl)-5(6ʹ)-carboxyfluorescein Acetoxymethyl Ester

216254
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Overview

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Key Spec Table

CAS #
117464-70-7

Products

Catalogue NumberPackaging Qty/Pack
216254-1MG Glass bottle 1 mg
Description
OverviewA variable mixture of cell-permeable ester derivatives of BCECF that are hydrolyzed by cytosolic esterases to yield intracellularly trapped indicator BCECF. Has been used to monitor intracellular pH changes in mammalian fibroblasts, gastric cells, lymphocytes, myocytes, and distal convoluted tubules.
Catalogue Number216254
Brand Family Calbiochem®
Synonyms2ʹ,7ʹ-bis-(Carboxyethyl)-5(6ʹ)-carboxyfluorescein Acetoxymethyl Ester
References
ReferencesFutsaetner, C.M., et al. 1993. Can. J. Microbiol. 39, 180.
Hayashi, H., et al. 1992. Am. J. Physiol. 262, C628.
Sasaki, S., et al. 1992. Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1137, 45.
Miyata, H., et al. 1989. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun. 163, 500.
Weiner, I.D., and Hamm, L.L. 1989. Am. J. Physiol. 256, F957.
Product Information
CAS number117464-70-7
ATP CompetitiveN
FormWhite to light yellow solid
ReversibleN
Quality LevelMQ100
Applications
Biological Information
Primary TargetMonitor intracellular pH changes
Purity≥85% by HPLC (mixture of isomers)
Physicochemical Information
Cell permeableY
Emission max.
Excitation max.
Dimensions
Materials Information
Toxicological Information
Safety Information according to GHS
Safety Information
R PhraseR: 36/37/38

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
S PhraseS: 36-22-26

Wear suitable protective clothing.
Do not breathe dust.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
Product Usage Statements
Storage and Shipping Information
Ship Code Ambient Temperature Only
Toxicity Irritant
Storage -20°C
Protect from Light Protect from light
Do not freeze Ok to freeze
Special InstructionsFollowing reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 1 week at -20°C.
Packaging Information
Packaged under inert gas Packaged under inert gas
Transport Information
Supplemental Information
Specifications
Global Trade Item Number
Catalogue Number GTIN
216254-1MG 07790788048556

Documentation

BCECF/AM - CAS 117464-70-7 - Calbiochem SDS

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Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 

BCECF/AM - CAS 117464-70-7 - Calbiochem Certificates of Analysis

TitleLot Number
216254

References

Reference overview
Futsaetner, C.M., et al. 1993. Can. J. Microbiol. 39, 180.
Hayashi, H., et al. 1992. Am. J. Physiol. 262, C628.
Sasaki, S., et al. 1992. Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1137, 45.
Miyata, H., et al. 1989. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun. 163, 500.
Weiner, I.D., and Hamm, L.L. 1989. Am. J. Physiol. 256, F957.

Brochure

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Caspases and other Apoptosis Related Tools Brochure
Data Sheet

Note that this data sheet is not lot-specific and is representative of the current specifications for this product. Please consult the vial label and the certificate of analysis for information on specific lots. Also note that shipping conditions may differ from storage conditions.

Revision09-August-2023 JSW
Synonyms2ʹ,7ʹ-bis-(Carboxyethyl)-5(6ʹ)-carboxyfluorescein Acetoxymethyl Ester
DescriptionA variable mixture of cell-permeable ester derivatives of BCECF (Cat. No. 216252) that are hydrolyzed by cytosolic esterases to yield intracellularly trapped indicator BCECF. Has been used to monitor intracellular pH changes in mammalian fibroblasts, gastric cells, lymphocytes, myocytes, and distal convoluted tubules. Typical loading buffer contains 1-10 µM BCECF/AM in serum-free medium that is free of amino acids and buffers containing primary or secondary amines.
FormWhite to light yellow solid
Intert gas (Yes/No) Packaged under inert gas
CAS number117464-70-7
Purity≥85% by HPLC (mixture of isomers)
SolubilityDMSO, DMF, or Acetonitrile (25 mg/ml)
Storage Protect from light
-20°C
Do Not Freeze Ok to freeze
Special InstructionsFollowing reconstitution, aliquot and freeze (-20°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 1 week at -20°C.
Toxicity Irritant
ReferencesFutsaetner, C.M., et al. 1993. Can. J. Microbiol. 39, 180.
Hayashi, H., et al. 1992. Am. J. Physiol. 262, C628.
Sasaki, S., et al. 1992. Biochim. Biophys. Acta 1137, 45.
Miyata, H., et al. 1989. Biochem. Biophys. Res. Commun. 163, 500.
Weiner, I.D., and Hamm, L.L. 1989. Am. J. Physiol. 256, F957.