HEPES [N-(2-hydroxyethyl)piperazine-N'-(2-ethanesulfonic acid)] is a general purpose buffer for biological research. Its applications include, tissue culture, Phosphorylation and photophosphorylation, fixative Transmission electron microscopy, protein synthesis, preventing binding to non-receptor materials.
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ApplicationsHEPES [N-(2-hydroxyethyl)piperazine-N′-(2-ethanesulfonic acid)] is a general purpose buffer for biological research. Its applications include, tissue culture, Phosphorylation and photophosphorylation, fixative Transmission electron microscopy, protein synthesis, preventing binding to non-receptor materials.
SolubilityIt is soluble in water.
NotesStable under ordinary conditions. Hygroscopic. Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.