IPTG Protein Expression Inducer
Biotechnology Expression Inducer
Protein Expression

IPTG (Inducer for Protein Expression)

High-purity IPTG (Isopropyl β-D-thiogalactopyranoside) essential for molecular biology applications. Provides reliable induction of lac operon-controlled protein expression in bacterial systems for recombinant protein production and research.

  • High-Purity Expression Inducer
  • Lac Operon Induction
  • Bacterial Expression Systems
  • Recombinant Protein Production
  • Molecular Biology Grade
  • Research Validated
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Isopropyl β-D-1-thiogalactopyranoside
Molecular Formula: C₉H₁₈O₅S
Molecular Weight: 238.30 g/mol
CAS Number: 367-93-1
Purity: ≥99% (HPLC)
Physical Form: White to off-white crystalline powder
Solubility: Water: 1 M; DMSO: 0.5 M
pH (100mM solution): 6.0-7.0
Working Concentration: 0.1-1.0 mM
Induction Temperature: 16-37°C
Storage Temperature: -20°C (desiccated)
Packaging Options: 1g, 5g, 25g, 100g

Applications

Protein Expression
Recombinant Proteins
Lac Operon Induction
Gene Expression
Biotechnology Production
Educational Research
Molecular Biology
Enzyme Production
Plant Biotechnology
Protein Purification
Pharmaceutical Research
Quality Control

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized IPTG grades tailored for specific protein expression and biotechnology applications, ensuring optimal induction efficiency and regulatory compliance across diverse molecular biology requirements.

Research Grade
Purity: ≥99% (HPLC) Induction: Reliable Heavy metals: <10 ppm Application: General research
Molecular Biology Grade
Purity: ≥99.5% (HPLC) DNase/RNase: None detected Endotoxin: <0.1 EU/mg Application: Protein expression
Ultra-Pure Grade
Purity: ≥99.8% (HPLC) Heavy metals: <5 ppm Proteases: None detected Application: Sensitive studies
GMP Grade
Purity: ≥99% (USP) GMP: Compliant Validation: Pharmaceutical Application: Therapeutic proteins

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's IPTG is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international inducer standards including research specifications and biotechnology requirements. Our inducer production ensures consistent performance and regulatory compliance.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Molecular Biology Grade Specifications
≥99% Purity Verified (HPLC)
Induction Efficiency Testing
Functional Activity Assessment
Stability Testing
Certificate of Analysis
Desiccated Storage

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Biotechnology-grade IPTG exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for protein expression and molecular biology applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise molecular structure ensure reliable performance in demanding biological procedures and research applications.

Molecular Properties
Molecular Weight: 238.26 g/mol
Solubility (Water): 200 mg/mL at 25°C
Melting Point: 120-125°C
pH (1% solution): 6.0-7.5
Stability Properties
Storage Temperature: -20°C to +4°C
Light Sensitivity: Stable under normal conditions
Hydrolysis Rate: Minimal at neutral pH
Degradation Products: Galactose and thiogalactoside
Induction Performance
Effective Concentration: 0.1-1.0 mM typical
Induction Time: 30 minutes to 4 hours
Lac Operon Affinity: High specificity
Non-metabolizable: Yes (advantage over lactose)
Purity Specifications
Purity (HPLC): ≥ 99%
Water Content: ≤ 5%
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Endotoxin Level: ≤ 0.1 EU/mg
Shelf Life Properties
Shelf Life: 3 years at -20°C
Working Solutions: Stable 6 months at 4°C
Freeze-Thaw Cycles: Up to 5 cycles
Desiccant Required: Yes for long-term storage

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Biotechnology Grade IPTG superiority in protein expression applications with exceptional induction efficiency, precision, and reproducibility across diverse molecular biology procedures and expression systems.

Induction Efficiency

Protein expression: 95-98% successful induction

Exceptional reliability for protein work
Concentration Reproducibility

Variability: ±2% between batches

Consistent expression levels
Solubility Performance

Dissolution: Complete within 5 minutes

Rapid preparation capability
Temperature Stability

Working range: 4-37°C stable

Versatile incubation conditions
Lot Consistency

Expression variability: ±5% between lots

Reliable batch-to-batch performance
Shelf Stability

3 years at -20°C, 6 months working solutions

Extended molecular biology grade integrity

Safety Information

Generally considered safe for laboratory use with standard laboratory precautions. May cause mild irritation to eyes and skin upon direct contact. Handle with standard laboratory protective equipment including gloves and safety goggles. Avoid inhalation of powder and ensure proper ventilation during use.

Mild Irritant
Avoid Inhalation
Eye Protection

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers at -20°C in a dry environment with desiccant. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from moisture and light. Prepare working solutions fresh or store at 4°C for up to 6 months. Allow to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Frozen storage (-20°C)
Keep dry with desiccant
Sealed containers only
Protect from light and moisture

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

IPTG provides lac operon induction through allolactose mimicry, enabling precise molecular biology applications with predictable gene expression and quantitative protein production for research protocols.

Lac Operon Induction

Allolactose analog for lac repressor binding

Essential for gene expression
Protein Expression

Controlled protein synthesis in bacterial systems

Critical for recombinant proteins
Metabolic Stability

Non-metabolizable inducer for sustained expression

Enables consistent production
Dose-Response Control

Concentration-dependent expression modulation

Supporting titration studies

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global molecular biology laboratory access with complete documentation packages supporting international standards and gene expression method validations.

Research Grade Standards

High purity specifications for molecular biology applications

ISO Standards

International standard compliance for research reagent specifications

Molecular Biology Grade

Molecular biology grade specifications for protein studies

Global Compliance

International molecular biology research regulation compliance

Method Validation

Supported gene expression method validation documentation

SDS Documentation

Multi-language Safety Data Sheets (16 sections, GHS compliant)

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's molecular biology team provides comprehensive method support, troubleshooting assistance, and expression services to optimize IPTG performance in your specific research applications.

Method Development
  • Expression optimization support
  • Induction protocol guidance
  • Gene expression methods
  • Custom induction procedures
Research Services
  • Certificate of Analysis verification
  • Custom purity analysis
  • Induction efficiency testing
  • Molecular biology method validation support
Technical Support
  • Expression troubleshooting consultation
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Laboratory safety protocols
  • Research best practices
Supply Solutions
  • Consistent batch scheduling
  • Emergency supply arrangements
  • Custom packaging options
  • Global distribution network

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our IPTG production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable inducer synthesis practices, waste minimization, and comprehensive environmental impact management for molecular biology research operations.

Waste Minimization

Optimized inducer synthesis with minimal waste generation

Water Treatment

Advanced wastewater treatment and recycling systems

Green Production

Energy-efficient inducer processing with emission controls

Safe Disposal

Comprehensive guidance for inducer waste management

ISO 14001

Environmental management system certified production

Container Recycling

Sustainable container return and recycling programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art inducer facility employs advanced purification technology and continuous monitoring systems to ensure consistent research-grade IPTG quality and performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced inducer synthesis and purification in controlled environment

Multi-stage purification for research grade quality
Quality Testing

Comprehensive analytical testing including HPLC and bioactivity assays

IPTG content verification and induction potency analysis
Quality Systems

ISO 9001:2015 quality management with molecular biology laboratory accreditation

Continuous improvement and method validation
Packaging Control

Moisture-free containers with light-protected packaging

Stability protection and contamination prevention

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive molecular biology research data demonstrating IPTG effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and gene expression method validations.

Research Laboratories
Purity: >99% inducer content Performance: Reliable gene induction Stability: 24+ months at -20°C
Academic Institutions
Publication Support: 45000+ cited expressions Reproducibility: >99% inter-lab agreement Innovation: Custom induction solutions
Biotechnology Companies
Reliability: 99.9% batch consistency Quality Assurance: Validated induction performance Efficiency: Optimized expression protocols

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Purity

Consistently exceeds research specifications with ultra-high purity and exceptional induction performance

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with strategic inventory management and research-grade production scheduling

Molecular Biology Expertise

Dedicated molecular biology team provides expression optimization and troubleshooting support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with detailed induction performance data and method validation support

Global Standards

International compliance with research specifications for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with research laboratories and custom grade development services