HEPES, 2.5 kg

Hepes is offered in laboratory-suitable formats for research and production. This compound, identified as an aminosulphonic acid and a hydroxy compound, has a molecular formula of C₈H₁₇N₃O₄S and a molecular weight of 238.30 g/mol. It is supplied in a 2.5 kg package, making it suitable for large-scale experiments and production processes. Hepes plays a role as a buffer in biological systems, particularly in maintaining pH levels during biochemical reactions. It is also used in the isolation of proteins due to its ability to bind to metal ions, preventing their precipitation. Additionally, it is a valuable tool in enzyme kinetics studies, serving as a substrate for certain enzymes.

• CAS Number: 7365-45-9