BCIP Disodium Salt (Magenta-Phos)
BCIP (Magenta-Phos)
5-Bromo-6-chloro-3-indolyl phosphate disodium salt
Premium chromogenic substrate for alkaline phosphatase detection. Essential for Western blotting, immunohistochemistry, and ELISA systems with distinctive magenta-purple signal development.
Western Blot Specialist
🔬 Alkaline Phosphatase Detection Mechanism
BCIP undergoes alkaline phosphatase-catalyzed dephosphorylation, releasing 5-bromo-6-chloro-3-indoxyl which rapidly oxidizes to form a distinctive colored precipitate:
↓ (Alkaline phosphatase)
5-Bromo-6-chloro-3-indoxyl + Phosphate
↓ (Spontaneous oxidation & dimerization)
Magenta-Purple Precipitate
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🧬 Research & Diagnostic Applications
Western Blotting
Standard substrate for alkaline phosphatase-conjugated antibodies in protein detection protocols.
🔬 Immunohistochemistry
Tissue section staining with magenta signal for high-contrast visualization against tissue backgrounds.
Specialized Research Applications:
- ELISA Systems: Endpoint detection in immunoassays
- Dot Blotting: Rapid protein detection protocols
- In Situ Hybridization: RNA/DNA localization studies
- Flow Cytometry: Cell surface marker analysis
- Tissue Arrays: High-throughput screening
- Diagnostic Kits: Commercial assay development
NBT-BCIP Dual-Substrate System
The NBT-BCIP system combines two chromogenic substrates for enhanced alkaline phosphatase detection:
Produces purple-blue precipitate
Produces magenta precipitate
Protocol Optimization Guidelines
150-330 μg/mL (solo use)
165 μg/mL BCIP + 330 μg/mL NBT
9.0-9.5 (alkaline phosphatase activity)
4°C, protect from light & moisture
Technical Specifications
| Chemical Name | 5-Bromo-6-chloro-3-indolyl phosphate disodium salt |
| Salt Form | Disodium salt monohydrate |
| CAS Number | 404366-59-2 |
| Formula | C₈H₄BrClNNa₂O₄P·H₂O |
| Molecular Weight | 388.46 g/mol |
| Purity | ≥98% (HPLC) |
| Appearance | White to pale yellow powder |
| Solubility | Water (1 mg/mL), DMSO, DMF |
| Storage | 2-8°C, protect from light |
| HS Code | 2933.99.00 |
Alternative Names
Buffer Requirements
- ✓ pH Buffer: Tris-HCl pH 9.0-9.5
- ✓ Mg²⁺ Required: MgCl₂ (1-5 mM)
- ✓ NaCl: 100-150 mM ionic strength
- ✓ Optional NBT: Enhanced signal intensity
✅ Quality Standards
- ✓ HPLC Purity: ≥98% verified
- ✓ Enzymatic Activity: Functional validation
- ✓ Hydrate Content: Karl Fischer verified
- ✓ Heavy Metals: <10 ppm total
- ✓ Storage Stability: Validated conditions
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