Synonym: 5-
CAS Number 89-57-6
Linear Formula H2NC6H3-2-(OH)CO2H
Molecular Weight 153.14
grade | analytical standard |
assay | 98.5% (NT) |
99.0% (GC) | |
form | neat |
shelf life | limited shelf life, expiry date on the label |
application(s) | HPLC: suitable |
gas chromatography (GC): suitable | |
impurities | 0.5% water |
mp | 275-280 C (dec.)(lit.) |
format | neat |
storage temp. | 2-8C |
5-Aminosalicylic acid is a peroxidase substrate suitable for use in ELISA procedures. This substrate produces a soluble end product that is brown in color and can be read spectrophotometrically at 450 nm. The reaction may be stopped with 3 N NaOH and read at 550 nm.