With its nonpolar structure and long-wavelength absorption and fluorescence, BODIPY™ 505/515 can be used as a stain for netural lipids and as a tracer for oil and other nonpolar lipids.

To make a concentrated stock solution from 1–5 mM, dissolve in either high quality anhydrous DMSO or 100% ethanol. Store frozen, desiccated and protected from light.