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MOBS

Alias: MOBS; 4-Morpholinobutane-1-sulfonic acid; 4-morpholin-4-ylbutane-1-sulfonic Acid; 4-(N-Morpholino)butanesulfonic acid; 4-Morpholinebutanesulfonic acid; 4-(MORPHOLIN-4-YL)BUTANE-1-SULFONIC ACID; 4-morpholin-4-ium-4-ylbutane-1-sulfonate;
Cat No.:V43153 Purity: ≥98%
MOBS is a zwitterionic buffer that is the butane analog of Good's buffer MOPS [3-(N-morpholino) propanesulfonic acid] and MES [2-(N-morpholino) ethanesulfonic acid].
MOBS
MOBS Chemical Structure CAS No.: 115724-21-5
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Product Description
MOBS is a zwitterionic buffer that is the butane analog of Good's buffer MOPS [3-(N-morpholino) propanesulfonic acid] and MES [2-(N-morpholino) ethanesulfonic acid].
MOBS (4-(N-Morpholino)butanesulfonic acid) is a zwitterionic biological buffer belonging to the Good's buffer family. It has the molecular formula C8H17NO4S and a molecular weight of 223.29 g/mol. MOBS is a homolog of the widely used MES and MOPS, featuring a longer butanesulfonic acid chain. It has a pKa of 7.6 at 25°C and a useful pH range of 6.9-8.3. MOBS is specifically designed for applications requiring a stable, non-toxic environment in the upper physiological pH range, such as diagnostic assay manufacturing, cell culture media, and protein purification.
Biological Activity I Assay Protocols (From Reference)
Targets
Biological buffer
MOBS does not have a specific pharmacological target as it is a biological buffer. Its function is to maintain a stable pH in biological and biochemical systems. As a zwitterionic buffer, it can act as both a proton donor and acceptor, resisting changes in pH when acids or bases are added. Its pKa of 7.6 makes it particularly useful for applications requiring pH control in the physiological range. MOBS exhibits low membrane permeability, low UV absorbance, and is non-toxic.
ln Vitro
The values of the second dissociation constant, pK2, and related thermodynamic quantities of 4-(N-morpholino)butanesulfonic acid (MOBS) and N-tris(hydroxymethyl)-4-aminobutanesulfonic acid (TABS) have already been reported over the temperature range 5–55°C including 37{°}C. This paper reports the pH values of twelve equimolal buffer solutions at designated pH (s) with the following compositions: (a) mixtures of MOBS (0.05 mol-kg−1) + NaMOBS (0.05 mol-kg−1); (b) MOBS (0.08 mol-kg−1) + NaMOBS (0.08 mol-kg−1); (c) MOBS (0.08 mol-kg−1) + NaMOBS (0.08 mol-kg−1) + NaCl (0.08 mol-kg−1); (d) TABS (0.05 mol-kg−1) + NaTABS (0.05 mol-kg−1); and (e) TABS (0.08 mol-kg−1) + NaTABS (0.08 mol-kg−1); and (f) TABS (0.08 mol-kg−1) + NaTABS (0.08 mol-kg−1) + NaCl (0.08 mol-kg−1). Two buffer solutions have ionic strengths I= 0.05 mol-kg−1, another two have I=0.08 mol-kg−1, and the remaining two buffer solutions have I= 0.16 mol-kg−1, which is close to that of the clinical fluids (blood serum). These buffers have been recommended as a useful pH standard for the measurements of physiological solutions. Conventional pH values of all six buffer solutions from 5–55°C, as well as those obtained from the liquid junction potential correction at 25 and 37{°}C have been calculated. The flowing-junction calomel cell has been utilized to measure Ej, the liquid junction potential.[1]
In vitro, MOBS is used as a buffering agent in various biochemical and cell biology applications. It is used in diagnostic assay manufacturing, cell culture media, and protein purification. The buffer's pKa of 7.6 and pH range of 6.9-8.3 provide precise control for mammalian cell culture and enzymatic assays at pH 7.4. MOBS exhibits low UV absorbance, making it suitable for spectrophotometric assays. Its non-toxic nature and low membrane permeability ensure minimal interference with biological systems.
ln Vivo
MOBS is not used as a therapeutic agent and has no established in vivo pharmacological activity. Its primary application is as a laboratory buffer for in vitro experiments and diagnostic applications. The compound is used in cell culture media and protein purification processes. It is not administered to animals for therapeutic purposes but is used in the preparation of solutions for biological experiments. Its role is limited to maintaining pH homeostasis in experimental systems.
Enzyme Assay
In vitro experiments using MOBS involve preparing buffer solutions at the desired pH (range 6.9-8.3) by dissolving the appropriate amount of MOBS in deionized water. The buffer is typically used at concentrations of 10-50 mM. For cell culture applications, MOBS is added to culture media at 10-25 mM to maintain pH. For enzyme assays, MOBS buffer is used to prepare substrate solutions and reaction mixtures. The buffer's low UV absorbance makes it suitable for spectrophotometric analysis. The pH of the buffer solution can be adjusted with acid or base as needed.
Cell Assay
In vitro cell-based assays using MOBS involve its incorporation into cell culture media to maintain physiological pH. The compound is dissolved in cell culture medium at concentrations of 10-25 mM. Cells are cultured in MOBS-buffered media under standard conditions. The buffer is compatible with most cell types and does not affect cell viability at standard concentrations. For studies requiring precise pH control in the range of 6.9-8.3, MOBS provides effective buffering. The compound is also used in diagnostic reagent formulations.
Animal Protocol
In vivo animal experiments using MOBS are not typical as the compound is a research buffer rather than a therapeutic agent. However, MOBS-buffered solutions may be used in animal studies for the administration of other compounds where pH control is critical. When used in animal studies, MOBS would be formulated as a buffered saline solution for injection or oral administration. The compound's primary role is to maintain pH stability in administered solutions rather than to exert any pharmacological effect.
ADME/Pharmacokinetics
MOBS has a molecular weight of 223.29 g/mol and the formula C8H17NO4S. The compound has a pKa of 7.6 at 25°C and a useful pH range of 6.9-8.3. MOBS is a zwitterionic buffer that is non-toxic, has low membrane permeability, and low UV absorbance. For storage, the powder is kept at room temperature in a dry place. The buffer's purity is typically ≥99%. MOBS is a homolog of MES and MOPS with a longer butanesulfonic acid chain.
Toxicity/Toxicokinetics
MOBS is generally considered to have low toxicity as a biological buffer. The compound is not intended for human or veterinary use and is classified for research purposes only. Safety data sheets indicate that standard laboratory handling precautions should be followed, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment. The compound is stable under normal storage conditions. Acute toxicity data are limited, but as a zwitterionic buffer, it is not expected to be highly toxic. In cell culture applications, MOBS is used at concentrations that are compatible with cell viability and growth.
References

[1]. Buffer Standards for the Physiological pH of Zwitterionic Compounds, MOBS and TABS from 5 to 55°C. Journal of Solution Chemistry volume 33, pages1199–1211.

Additional Infomation
MOBS (CAS 115724-21-5) is a zwitterionic biological buffer belonging to the Good's buffer family. It is also known as 4-(N-Morpholino)butanesulfonic acid and has the molecular formula C8H17NO4S. MOBS is a homolog of MES and MOPS with a longer butanesulfonic acid chain. It has a pKa of 7.6 at 25°C and a useful pH range of 6.9-8.3. MOBS is specifically designed for applications requiring a stable, non-toxic environment in the upper physiological pH range. It is used in diagnostic assay manufacturing, cell culture media, and protein purification. The compound is intended for research use only.
These protocols are for reference only. InvivoChem does not independently validate these methods.
Physicochemical Properties
Molecular Formula
C8H17NO4S
Molecular Weight
223.28988
Exact Mass
223.088
CAS #
115724-21-5
PubChem CID
3674064
Appearance
White to off-white solid powder
LogP
1.005
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count
1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count
5
Rotatable Bond Count
5
Heavy Atom Count
14
Complexity
241
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count
0
InChi Key
VTOWJTPBPWTSMK-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChi Code
InChI=1S/C8H17NO4S/c10-14(11,12)8-2-1-3-9-4-6-13-7-5-9/h1-8H2,(H,10,11,12)
Chemical Name
4-morpholin-4-ylbutane-1-sulfonic acid
Synonyms
MOBS; 4-Morpholinobutane-1-sulfonic acid; 4-morpholin-4-ylbutane-1-sulfonic Acid; 4-(N-Morpholino)butanesulfonic acid; 4-Morpholinebutanesulfonic acid; 4-(MORPHOLIN-4-YL)BUTANE-1-SULFONIC ACID; 4-morpholin-4-ium-4-ylbutane-1-sulfonate;
HS Tariff Code
2934.99.9001
Storage

Powder      -20°C    3 years

                     4°C     2 years

In solvent   -80°C    6 months

                  -20°C    1 month

Note: Please store this product in a sealed and protected environment (e.g. under nitrogen), avoid exposure to moisture.
Shipping Condition
Room temperature (This product is stable at ambient temperature for a few days during ordinary shipping and time spent in Customs)
Solubility Data
Solubility (In Vitro)
H2O : ~125 mg/mL (~559.81 mM)
Solubility (In Vivo)
Note: Listed below are some common formulations that may be used to formulate products with low water solubility (e.g. < 1 mg/mL), you may test these formulations using a minute amount of products to avoid loss of samples.

Injection Formulations
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Injection Formulation 1: DMSO : Tween 80: Saline = 10 : 5 : 85 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO stock solution 50 μL Tween 80 850 μL Saline)
*Preparation of saline: Dissolve 0.9 g of sodium chloride in 100 mL ddH ₂ O to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 2: DMSO : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 3: DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL Corn oil)
Example: Take the Injection Formulation 3 (DMSO : Corn oil = 10 : 90) as an example, if 1 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can take 100 μL 25 mg/mL DMSO stock solution and add to 900 μL corn oil, mix well to obtain a clear or suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Injection Formulation 4: DMSO : 20% SBE-β-CD in saline = 10 : 90 [i.e. 100 μL DMSO 900 μL (20% SBE-β-CD in saline)]
*Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C,1 week): Dissolve 2 g SBE-β-CD in 10 mL saline to obtain a clear solution.
Injection Formulation 5: 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin : Saline = 50 : 50 (i.e. 500 μL 2-Hydroxypropyl-β-cyclodextrin 500 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 6: DMSO : PEG300 : castor oil : Saline = 5 : 10 : 20 : 65 (i.e. 50 μL DMSO 100 μLPEG300 200 μL castor oil 650 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 7: Ethanol : Cremophor : Saline = 10: 10 : 80 (i.e. 100 μL Ethanol 100 μL Cremophor 800 μL Saline)
Injection Formulation 8: Dissolve in Cremophor/Ethanol (50 : 50), then diluted by Saline
Injection Formulation 9: EtOH : Corn oil = 10 : 90 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 900 μL Corn oil)
Injection Formulation 10: EtOH : PEG300Tween 80 : Saline = 10 : 40 : 5 : 45 (i.e. 100 μL EtOH 400 μLPEG300 50 μL Tween 80 450 μL Saline)


Oral Formulations
Oral Formulation 1: Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na (carboxymethylcellulose sodium)
Oral Formulation 2: Suspend in 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Example: Take the Oral Formulation 1 (Suspend in 0.5% CMC Na) as an example, if 100 mL of 2.5 mg/mL working solution is to be prepared, you can first prepare 0.5% CMC Na solution by measuring 0.5 g CMC Na and dissolve it in 100 mL ddH2O to obtain a clear solution; then add 250 mg of the product to 100 mL 0.5% CMC Na solution, to make the suspension solution (2.5 mg/mL, ready for use in animals).
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Oral Formulation 3: Dissolved in PEG400
Oral Formulation 4: Suspend in 0.2% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 5: Dissolve in 0.25% Tween 80 and 0.5% Carboxymethyl cellulose
Oral Formulation 6: Mixing with food powders


Note: Please be aware that the above formulations are for reference only. InvivoChem strongly recommends customers to read literature methods/protocols carefully before determining which formulation you should use for in vivo studies, as different compounds have different solubility properties and have to be formulated differently.

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Preparing Stock Solutions 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 4.4785 mL 22.3924 mL 44.7848 mL
5 mM 0.8957 mL 4.4785 mL 8.9570 mL
10 mM 0.4478 mL 2.2392 mL 4.4785 mL

*Note: Please select an appropriate solvent for the preparation of stock solution based on your experiment needs. For most products, DMSO can be used for preparing stock solutions (e.g. 5 mM, 10 mM, or 20 mM concentration); some products with high aqueous solubility may be dissolved in water directly. Solubility information is available at the above Solubility Data section. Once the stock solution is prepared, aliquot it to routine usage volumes and store at -20°C or -80°C. Avoid repeated freeze and thaw cycles.

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Method for preparing DMSO stock solution mg drug pre-dissolved in μL DMSO (stock solution concentration mg/mL). Please contact us first if the concentration exceeds the DMSO solubility of the batch of drug.

Method for preparing in vivo formulation:Take μL DMSO stock solution, next add μL PEG300, mix and clarify, next addμL Tween 80, mix and clarify, next add μL ddH2O,mix and clarify.

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