Photo-lysine hydrochloride

• CAT Number: I013390
• Molecular Formula: C6H14Cl2N4O2
• Molecular Weight: 245.11
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 2-[3-[(2S)-2-azaniumyl-2-carboxyethyl]diazirin-3-yl]ethylazanium;dichloride
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H12N4O2.2ClH/c7-2-1-6(9-10-6)3-4(8)5(11)12;;/h4H,1-3,7-8H2,(H,11,12);2*1H/t4-;;/m0../s1
• InChIKey: GBAFFVBIGOWXIB-FHNDMYTFSA-N
• SMILES: C(C[NH3+])C1(N=N1)CC(C(=O)O)[NH3+].[Cl-].[Cl-]

Photo-lysine Hydrochloride(CAT: I013390) is a specialized amino acid derivative designed for use in biochemical and molecular biology research, particularly in studying protein interactions and dynamics. This compound features a lysine residue modified with a photoreactive group, allowing it to form covalent bonds with nearby molecules upon exposure to UV light. This photocrosslinking ability makes Photo-lysine Hydrochloride an essential tool for mapping protein-protein interactions, identifying binding sites, and studying protein structure and function. The hydrochloride form ensures its stability and solubility in aqueous solutions, making it easy to incorporate into various experimental protocols. It is highly valuable in applications requiring precise spatial and temporal control of protein interactions.