A zwitterionic detergent useful for the solubilization of proteins including previously undetected membrane proteins. ASB-16 exhibits better protein solubilization properties than CHAPS. Also useful for solubilizing proteins for 2D-gel electrophoresis.Formula:C24H50N2O4SSolubility:H2OMolecular Weight:~462.73Storage and Stability:May be stored at 4°C. For long-term storage, aliquot and store at 4°C. Do not freeze. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Further dilutions can be made in assay buffer.