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CAS 54322-38-2

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4-Methylumbelliferyl α-L-fucopyranoside

Description:
4-Methylumbelliferyl α-L-fucopyranoside is a synthetic glycoside commonly used as a substrate in biochemical assays, particularly for the detection of fucosidase enzymes. It features a 4-methylumbelliferone moiety, which is a fluorescent compound, linked to an α-L-fucopyranoside unit. This structure allows for the release of 4-methylumbelliferone upon enzymatic hydrolysis, resulting in fluorescence that can be quantitatively measured. The compound is typically a white to off-white powder and is soluble in water and organic solvents, making it versatile for various laboratory applications. Its fluorescence properties make it particularly useful in enzyme activity assays, where it serves as a marker for enzymatic reactions involving fucose. Additionally, it is important to handle this compound with care, following appropriate safety protocols, as with any chemical reagent. Overall, 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-L-fucopyranoside is a valuable tool in biochemical research, especially in studies related to carbohydrate metabolism and enzyme kinetics.
Formula:C16H18O7
InChI:InChI=1/C16H18O7/c1-7-5-12(17)23-11-6-9(3-4-10(7)11)22-16-15(20)14(19)13(18)8(2)21-16/h3-6,8,13-16,18-20H,1-2H3/t8-,13+,14+,15-,16-/m0/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=CQKHENXHLAUMBH-CRLRYRHBSA-N
SMILES:CC=1C=2C(=CC(O[C@H]3[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](O)[C@H](C)O3)=CC2)OC(=O)C1
Synonyms:
  • 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 7-[(6-deoxy-α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-galactopyranosyl)oxy]-4-methyl-
  • 4-Methylumbelliferone α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-fucopyranoside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-fucopyranoside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-fucoside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl-ALPHA-L-fucopyranoside
  • 4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-7-yl 6-deoxy-alpha-L-galactopyranoside
  • 7-[(6-Deoxy-α-<span class="text-smallcaps">L</span>-galactopyranosyl)oxy]-4-methyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one
  • 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 7-[(6-deoxy-α-L-galactopyranosyl)oxy]-4-methyl-
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-L-fucopyranoside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferone α-L-fucopyranoside
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