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Biocytin

Also known as: (+)-Biocytin, Nε-Biotinyl-L-lysine, H-Lys(Biotinyl)-OH, Biotinyl-L-lysine, ε-Biotinoyl-L-lysine, N⁶-(Biotinyl)-L-lysine, L-Biocytin, Ne-Biotynyl-L-lysine

Biocytin (CAS 576-19-2) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H28N4O4S and a molecular weight of 372.483 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -245ºC (dec.), a boiling point of 748.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.2±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 406.2±32.9 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
576-19-2
Jingsj CID
J-45620-2
Molecular Formula
C16H28N4O4S
Molecular Weight
372.483 g/mol
Category
Organic Compounds
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-245ºC (dec.)
Boiling Point748.0±60.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.2±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point406.2±32.9 °C
Exact Mass372.183136
PSA158.85000
LogP-1.02
Vapor Pressure0.0±5.4 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.548

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information[1]. Roth G, et al. Morphology and axonal projection pattern of neurons in the telencephalon of the fire-bellied toad Bombina orientalis: an anterograde, retrograde, and intracellular biocytin labeling study. J Comp Neurol. 2004 Oct 4;478(1):35-61.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Biocytin?

The CAS number of Biocytin is 576-19-2.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Biocytin?

Biocytin has molecular formula C16H28N4O4S and molecular weight 372.483 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Biocytin?

For Biocytin, Upstream Products: D-Biotin N-hydroxysuccinimide ester, Biotin methyl ester, L-Lysine; Downstream Products: D-Biotin.

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How to cite: Jingsj. "Biocytin (CAS 576-19-2)". Jingsj Chemical Database. https://www.jingsj.com/compound/J-45620-2 (accessed 2026-11-09).

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