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CAS 157956-98-4

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o-Nitrophenyl-b-D-xylobioside

Description:
o-Nitrophenyl-β-D-xylobioside is a synthetic compound commonly used in biochemical research, particularly in studies involving glycosidases and carbohydrate metabolism. It is characterized by the presence of a nitrophenyl group, which imparts specific spectroscopic properties, making it useful as a chromogenic substrate. The β-D-xylobioside structure indicates that it is a disaccharide composed of two xylose units linked by a β-glycosidic bond. This compound is typically soluble in water and organic solvents, facilitating its use in various assays. Its reactivity with glycosidases allows for the measurement of enzyme activity, as the release of the nitrophenol group can be monitored spectrophotometrically. The compound's stability and specificity make it a valuable tool in enzymology and carbohydrate chemistry. Additionally, due to its structural features, it may exhibit certain biological activities, although its primary application remains in laboratory settings for enzyme characterization and kinetic studies.
Formula:C16H21NO11
InChI:InChI=1/C16H21NO11/c18-8-5-25-15(13(21)11(8)19)28-10-6-26-16(14(22)12(10)20)27-9-4-2-1-3-7(9)17(23)24/h1-4,8,10-16,18-22H,5-6H2
SMILES:c1ccc(c(c1)N(=O)=O)OC1C(C(C(CO1)OC1C(C(C(CO1)O)O)O)O)O
Synonyms:
  • 2-nitrophenyl 4-O-pentopyranosylpentopyranoside
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