Chlorophenol red-?-D-galactopyranoside (CPRG) is a long-wavelength dye which is commonly used for colorimetric assays. The reaction product has a dark red color and is soluble in water. It can be evaluated photometrically at 574 or 578 nm.The chemical formula on the label represents the monosodium salt.
Other Notes
For life science research only. Not for use in diagnostic procedures.
Preparation Note
Working concentration: 5 mmol/lStorage conditions (working solution): Reconstituted solution is stable for one day at 2 to 8 °C
Quality
Contaminant: ﹤0.1% chlorophenol red
Sequence
CPRG is an approximately 1:1 mixture of the isomers.
Storage and Stability
Store powder dry at -15 to -25 °C; stock solutions at 2–8 °C protected from light.