CAS 15220-11-8: Potassium 4-methylumbelliferone sulfate
Description:Potassium 4-methylumbelliferone sulfate, with the CAS number 15220-11-8, is a chemical compound that belongs to the class of sulfonated derivatives of umbelliferone, a naturally occurring coumarin. This compound is characterized by its sulfonate group, which enhances its solubility in water, making it useful in various biochemical applications. It typically exhibits fluorescence properties, which are valuable in analytical chemistry and biological assays, particularly in the detection of enzymes such as sulfatases. The potassium salt form contributes to its stability and solubility in aqueous solutions. Additionally, 4-methylumbelliferone sulfate is often utilized as a substrate in enzymatic reactions and as a fluorescent probe in cellular studies. Its structural features include a methyl group at the 4-position of the umbelliferone backbone, which influences its reactivity and interaction with biological systems. Overall, this compound serves as an important tool in biochemical research, particularly in studies involving enzyme activity and metabolic pathways.
Formula:C10H8O6S·K
InChI:InChI=1S/C10H8O6S.K/c1-6-4-10(11)15-9-5-7(2-3-8(6)9)16-17(12,13)14;/h2-5H,1H3,(H,12,13,14);
InChI key:InChIKey=ACUFSQJGNBCODF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:[K].O=C1OC=2C=C(OS(=O)(=O)O)C=CC2C(=C1)C
- Synonyms:
- Potassium 4-methylumbelliferone sulfate
- 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 4-methyl-7-(sulfooxy)-, potassium salt (1:1)
- Potassium 4-methylumbelliferyl sulfate
- Coumarin, 7-hydroxy-4-methyl-, hydrogen sulfate potassium salt
- 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 4-methyl-7-(sulfooxy)-, potassium salt
