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IPTG (Dioxane-Free)

IUPAC: Propan-2-yl 1-thio-ß-D-galactopyranoside View on PubChem
CAS NUMBER
367-93-1
MOL. FORMULA
C9H18O5S
MOL. WEIGHT
238.30 g/mol
Scientific Overview

IPTG functions by binding to the lac repressor (LacI) protein, inducing a conformational change that releases the repressor from the operator DNA and permits transcription of genes under lac promoter/operator control. Because it cannot be metabolized by ß-galactosidase, IPTG concentration remains constant throughout induction, ensuring stable and reproducible expression kinetics. Removal of dioxane is critical for applications where solvent traces could compromise cell viability, protein folding, or downstream purification.

IPTG (Isopropyl ß-D-1-thiogalactopyranoside) is a non-metabolizable synthetic analog of allolactose used as a potent inducer of the lac operon in E. coli expression systems. The dioxane-free grade eliminates residual 1,4-dioxane, a solvent byproduct from standard synthesis routes, making it suitable for sensitive cell culture and downstream biopharmaceutical applications.

Full Technical Data
Chemical Name Isopropyl ß-D-1-thiogalactopyranoside (IPTG), Dioxane-Free
CAS Number 367-93-1
IUPAC Name Propan-2-yl 1-thio-ß-D-galactopyranoside
Molecular Formula C9H18O5S
Molecular Weight 238.30 g/mol g/mol
Reaction Scheme
D-Galactose derivative
Isopropanethiol
NA
IPTG (Dioxane-Free)
NA
Commercial Applications

Recombinant Protein Expression

Standard inducer for IPTG-inducible promoter systems (e.g., T7, lac, tac) in E. coli protein production.

Blue-White Colony Screening

Used alongside X-Gal/Bluo-Gal to identify recombinant clones via ß-galactosidase induction.

Cell Culture & Bioprocessing

Dioxane-free grade preferred for GMP-adjacent bioprocessing where solvent purity affects cell health and product quality.

Gene Regulation Research

Widely used tool for studying lac operon regulation and inducible gene expression systems.

Market Therapeutic Focus
MOLECULAR BIOLOGY REAGENT RECOMBINANT PROTEIN MANUFACTURING BIOPROCESSING & CELL CULTURE MOLECULAR BIOLOGY R&D DIAGNOSTICS CRO/CDMO
Scientific Literature

IPTG as an Inducer of the lac Operon

Authors: Jacob, F.; Monod, J.

J. Mol. Biol.

Optimization of IPTG Induction for Recombinant Protein Expression

Authors: Donovan, R.S. et al.

J. Ind. Microbiol.

Establishment of a Simple and Rapid Method to Screen for Strong Promoters

Authors: Phan, T.T. et al.

Protein Expr. Purif.

Peer Queries & FAQs
Why choose dioxane-free IPTG over standard grade?
Standard IPTG synthesis can retain residual 1,4-dioxane (a suspected carcinogen and cell-toxic solvent); the dioxane-free grade removes this, making it safer and more suitable for sensitive cell culture and bioprocessing applications.
What concentration of IPTG is typically used for induction?
Working concentrations commonly range from 0.1 mM to 1 mM, with 0.2 mM being a frequently cited standard for indicator plates and expression induction.
Can IPTG be metabolized by the cell?
No, IPTG is a non-hydrolyzable analog of allolactose, so its concentration remains stable throughout induction, unlike natural lactose.
What is the recommended storage condition?
Store desiccated at -20°C, protected from light; stock solutions in water are stable for several months when stored frozen.

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