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CAS 6734-33-4

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4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-xyloside

Description:
4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-xyloside is a synthetic glycoside commonly used as a substrate in biochemical assays, particularly for the detection of xylosidase activity. It features a 4-methylumbelliferone moiety, which is a fluorescent compound, linked to a β-D-xyloside. This structure allows for the release of 4-methylumbelliferone upon hydrolysis by specific enzymes, 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 assays, where the intensity of the emitted light correlates with enzyme activity. Additionally, 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-xyloside is stable under standard laboratory conditions but should be stored properly to maintain its integrity. As with many chemical substances, appropriate safety measures should be taken when handling it, including the use of personal protective equipment to avoid exposure.
Formula:C15H16O7
InChI:InChI=1S/C15H16O7/c1-7-4-12(17)22-11-5-8(2-3-9(7)11)21-15-14(19)13(18)10(16)6-20-15/h2-5,10,13-16,18-19H,6H2,1H3/t10-,13+,14-,15+/m1/s1
InChI key:InChIKey=JWIYLOHVJDJZOQ-KAOXEZKKSA-N
SMILES:CC=1C=2C(=CC(O[C@H]3[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H](O)CO3)=CC2)OC(=O)C1
Synonyms:
  • 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 4-methyl-7-(beta-D-xylopyranosyloxy)-
  • 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 4-methyl-7-(β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-xylopyranosyloxy)-
  • 4-Methyl-7-(beta-D-xylopyranosyloxy)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one
  • 4-Methyl-7-(β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-xylopyranosyloxy)-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one
  • 4-Methylumbelliferone-β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-xyloside
  • 4-Methylumbellifery-beta-D-xyloside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-xyloside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-xyloside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-xylopyranoside
  • 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-<span class="text-smallcaps">D</span>-xyloside
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