5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl b-L-fucopyranoside

CAS: 125328-84-9

Ref. 3D-EB03292

Product Information

• Name: 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl b-L-fucopyranoside
• Synonyms: X-b-L-Fucoside
• Brand: Biosynth
• Description: 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl β-L-fucopyranoside (X-Fuc) is a chromogenic substrate specifically designed for the identification and detection of fucosidase enzyme activity. Upon cleavage by fucosidase, it generates a blue-colored 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-hydroxy-indole precipitate, which can be easily observed under a microscope or spectrophotometer. This feature makes X-Fuc an invaluable tool across various applications, such as biochemical analysis, histochemical staining, cell biology, and enzyme kinetic assays. By providing a fast, sensitive, and reliable readout for fucosidase activity, 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl β-L-fucopyranoside facilitates essential research in the understanding of biological processes and the development of therapeutic interventions.

Chemical properties

• Molecular weight: 392.63 g/mol
• Formula: C₁₄H₁₅BrClNO₅
• Purity: Min. 95%
• Color/Form: White Powder