Molekula
4-Methylumbelliferyl alpha-D-galactopyranoside
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4-Methylumbelliferyl alpha-D-galactopyranoside is a fluorogenic substrate used in enzymatic assays to detect alpha-galactosidase activity, for example in the diagnosis of Fabry disease. It is a glycoside derivative that releases fluorescent 4-methylumbelliferone upon hydrolysis. CAS: 38597-12-5, Molecular Formula: C16H18O8, Molecular Weight: 338.31 g/mol. Stored at -15 to -20 °C. Molekula supplies 4-Methylumbelliferyl alpha-D-galactopyranoside from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 mg — £108.90 per pack ex VAT · £130.68 inc. VAT
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250 mg — £185.10 per pack ex VAT · £222.12 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White solid |
| Water | ≤8.0% |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥98% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 26979173 |
| CAS Number | 38597-12-5 |
| IUPAC Name | 4-methyl-7-[(2R,3R,4S,5R,6R)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxan-2-yl]oxychromen-2-one |
| Molecular Formula | C16H18O8 |
| Molecular Weight | 338.31 |
| Exact Mass | 338.1002 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=O)OC2=C1C=CC(=C2)O[C@@H]3[C@@H]([C@H]([C@H]([C@H](O3)CO)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | YUDPTGPSBJVHCN-CHUNWDLHSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H18O8/c1-7-4-12(18)23-10-5-8(2-3-9(7)10)22-16-15(21)14(20)13(19)11(6-17)24-16/h2-5,11,13-17,19-21H,6H2,1H3/t11-,13+,14+,15-,16+/m1/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 2733788 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29400060 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- 4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl alpha-D-galactopyranoside
- 4-Methylumbelliferone alpha-D-galactopyranoside
- 4-methylumbelliferyl alpha-d-galactoside
- 4-methylumbelliferyl--d-galactopyranoside
- 4-Methylumbelliferyl-|A-D-Galactopyranoside
- 4-Methylumbelliferyl-alpha-D-galactopyranoside hydrate
- 4-MU-a-D-Gal
- MU-alpha-GAL
- YUDPTGPSBJVHCN-CHUNWDLHSA-N
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Methylumbelliferyl alpha-D-galactopyranoside used for?
It is primarily used as a fluorogenic substrate for detecting alpha-galactosidase enzyme activity in biochemical assays, including enzyme activity measurements used in Fabry disease diagnostics.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C16H18O8 with a molecular weight of 338.31 g/mol.
How should this compound be stored?
Store at -15 to -20 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade is available?
Available in high-purity research grade suitable for biochemical applications.
Can Molekula supply this in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with the order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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