BDP 630/650 is a far red emitting, borondipyrromethene based fluorophore. The dye is tuned to match the standard Cy5 channel, and can be used as an alternative to Cyanine5 and sulfo-Cyanine5. Compared to cyanines, BDP 630/650 possesses a longer fluorescence lifetime which is important for fluorescence anisotropy measurements. BDP 630/650 has a brightness similar to cyanines, and an exceptional photostability. This amine derivative is useful for the reaction with electrophiles, and for enzymatic transamination labeling.

Providing storage is as stated on the product vial and the vial is kept tightly sealed, the product can be stored for up to 24 months.
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.