22-NBD Cholesterol

SKU: orb2283213

Description

22-NBD cholesterol is a fluorescent cholesterol analog used to study cholesterol uptake, metabolism, and intracellular trafficking in both in vitro and in vivo models, including mammalian cells and bacterial systems. Its emission at ~540 nm is sensitive to environmental polarity, making it a versatile probe for membrane and lipid research.

Research Area

Metabolism Research

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 78949-95-8
• MW: 494.63
• Formula: C₂₈H₃₈N₄O₄
• SMILES: C[C@@]12[C@](CC[C@]2([H])[C@H](C)CNC3=CC=C([N+]([O-])=O)C4=NON=C34)([H])[C@@]5([H])[C@@](CC1)([H])[C@@]6(C(C[C@H](CC6)O)=CC5)C
• Target: Others

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

127604