Cyanine3 amine is a functionalized cyanine dye containing a free amino group. Cyanine3 is an analog of Cy3?. Amino group of this reagent can be conjugated with reactive groups such as NHS esters, carboxy groups (after carbodiimide activation), and epoxides. The amino dye is supplied in salt form, and possesses some aqueous solubility.

Providing storage is as stated on the product vial and the vial is kept tightly sealed, the product can be stored for up to 24 months.
Wherever possible, you should prepare and use solutions on the same day. However, if you need to make up stock solutions in advance, we recommend that you store the solution as aliquots in tightly sealed vials at -20°C. Generally, these will be useable for up to one month. Before use, and prior to opening the vial we recommend that you allow your product to equilibrate to room temperature for at least 1 hour.