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CAS 2492-87-7

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p-Nitrophenyl β-D-glucopyranoside

Description:
p-Nitrophenyl β-D-glucopyranoside is a synthetic compound commonly used as a substrate in enzymatic assays, particularly for the detection of β-glucosidase activity. It is a glycoside, where the p-nitrophenyl group is linked to the β-D-glucopyranoside moiety. This compound is typically a white to pale yellow crystalline solid that is soluble in water and organic solvents like methanol and ethanol. Upon hydrolysis by β-glucosidase, it releases p-nitrophenol, which can be quantified spectrophotometrically due to its distinct yellow color, making it a useful tool in biochemical research. The compound is stable under normal laboratory conditions but should be stored in a cool, dry place away from light to prevent degradation. Safety precautions should be taken when handling it, as p-nitrophenol is toxic and can cause skin and eye irritation. Overall, p-Nitrophenyl β-D-glucopyranoside serves as an important reagent in the study of carbohydrate-active enzymes and other biochemical applications.
Formula:C12H15NO8
InChI:InChI=1S/C12H15NO8/c14-5-8-9(15)10(16)11(17)12(21-8)20-7-3-1-6(2-4-7)13(18)19/h1-4,8-12,14-17H,5H2/t8-,9-,10+,11-,12-/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=IFBHRQDFSNCLOZ-RMPHRYRLSA-N
SMILES:O([C@H]1[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@@H](CO)O1)C2=CC=C(N(=O)=O)C=C2
Synonyms:
  • 4-Nitrophenyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-glucopyranoside
  • 4-Nitrophenyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-glucoside
  • 4-Nitrophenyl-Beta-D-Glucopyranoside
  • Glucopyranoside, p-nitrophenyl, β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-
  • Pnpg
  • p-Nitrophenol β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-glucoside
  • p-Nitrophenyl glucopyranoside
  • p-Nitrophenyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-glucopyranoside
  • p-Nitrophenyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-glucoside
  • p-Nitrophenyl β-glucoside
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