| Description | Pyrenelecithin is a fluorescent dye used a lipid indicator. |
| Synonyms | PPDPC, Pyrene-PC, P10PC |
| molecular weight | 850.11 |
| Molecular formula | C50H76NO8P |
| CAS | 70700-33-3 |
| Storage | keep away from direct sunlight | Powder: -20°C for 3 years | In solvent: -80°C for 1 year |
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