– BODIPY 500/510 C1, C12, a derivative of the robust BODIPY dye family, exhibits strong ultraviolet absorption and emits fluorescence with a high quantum yield at a sharp peak. This dye’s effectiveness is minimally affected by environmental factors such as polarity or pH, and it maintains stability under various physiological conditions. BODIPY 500/510 C1, C12 has the unique ability to penetrate cell membranes and specifically target polar lipids within cells, effectively staining lipid droplets. This property makes it suitable for labeling both live and fixed cells [1]. It has a maximum excitation/emission wavelength of 500/510 nm [1]. For optimal preservation, it should be protected from light and stored at -20°C.