Merck, M2933-1KG, MES hydrate

MES hydrate buffer (2-(N-morpholino)ethanesulfonic acid monohydrate) is a versatile zwitterionic biological buffer widely utilized in molecular biology and cell culture applications. With a pKa of 6.1, it′s the ideal choice for buffering solutions at physiological pH, ensuring precise and reliable results. This buffer′s high water solubility and minimal metal ion binding make it a top choice for various applications, including molecular biology tasks such as DNA and RNA extraction, PCR, and gel electrophoresis. It′s also a key player in cell culture, offering a less toxic alternative to Tris and phosphate buffers. Beyond these applications, MES hydrate buffer is widely used in regulating pH in plant culture media, reagent solutions, and physiological experiments. It′s the preferred choice for studying the effects of pH on enzymatic reactions and investigating the interactions of proteins and other biomolecules with metal ions. As a Good′s buffer, MES hydrate meets stringent criteria of having a midrange pKa, maximum water solubility, minimal solubility in other solvents, minimal salt effects, stability across different temperatures, chemical and enzymatic stability, minimal absorption in the visible and UV spectral range, and ease of synthesis. Furthermore, it does not form complexes with most metal ions, ensuring reliable outcomes in applications involving metal ions.