Compound Q&A
What is CHAPS (CAS: 75621-03-3)?
Answer
CHAPS, or 3-[(3-Cholamidopropyl)dimethylammonio]-1-propanesulfonic acid, is a zwitterionic surfactant commonly used in biochemical applications. It has the chemical formula C12H26N2O6S and is known for its ability to solubilize hydrophobic substances in aqueous solutions. CHAPS is non-ionic and has a neutral charge at physiological pH, making it suitable for preserving protein structures and facilitating purification processes.
About
CAS No
75621-03-3
English Name
CHAPS
Molecular Formula
C32H58N2O7S
Molecular Weight
614.9 g/mol
SMILES
CC(CCC(=O)NCCC[N+](C)(C)CCCS(=O)(=O)[O-])C1CCC2C1(C(CC3C2C(CC4C3(CCC(C4)O)C)O)O)C
InChIKey
UMCMPZBLKLEWAF-BCTGSCMUSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
