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CAS 17695-48-6

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4-Methylumbelliferyl palmitate

Description:
4-Methylumbelliferyl palmitate is a synthetic compound commonly used as a substrate in biochemical assays, particularly for the detection of lipase and other enzymes. It is an ester formed from palmitic acid and 4-methylumbelliferone, a fluorescent compound. This substance is characterized by its ability to release 4-methylumbelliferone upon enzymatic hydrolysis, which can be quantitatively measured due to its fluorescent properties. The compound is typically a white to off-white solid and is soluble in organic solvents, while its solubility in water is limited. Its fluorescence can be excited at specific wavelengths, making it useful in various analytical applications, including enzyme activity assays and cellular imaging. Additionally, 4-Methylumbelliferyl palmitate is often employed in research settings to study lipid metabolism and enzyme kinetics. Safety data indicates that, like many chemical substances, it should be handled with care, following appropriate safety protocols to minimize exposure and environmental impact.
Formula:C26H38O4
InChI:InChI=1S/C26H38O4/c1-3-4-5-6-7-8-9-10-11-12-13-14-15-16-25(27)29-22-17-18-23-21(2)19-26(28)30-24(23)20-22/h17-20H,3-16H2,1-2H3
InChI key:InChIKey=QKQVFFACWLFRRX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES:CC=1C=2C(=CC(OC(CCCCCCCCCCCCCCC)=O)=CC2)OC(=O)C1
Synonyms:
  • 4-Methylumbelliferone palmitate
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl palmitate
  • 4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-7-yl hexadecanoate
  • Coumarin, 7-hydroxy-4-methyl-, palmitate
  • Hexadecanoic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl ester
  • Palmitic acid, ester with 7-hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin
  • Palmitoyl 4-methylumbelliferone
  • 4-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl palmitate
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