Molekula
4-Nitrophenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside
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4-Nitrophenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside is a glycoside used in enzymatic assays, particularly for measuring alpha-glucosidase activity, such as that of maltase and yeast alpha-glucosidase, and in screening for alpha-glucosidase inhibitors. It serves as a chromogenic substrate, producing a yellow color upon hydrolysis. CAS: 3767-28-0, Molecular Formula: C12H15NO8, Molecular Weight: 301.25 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies 4-Nitrophenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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1 g — $88.10 per pack
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10 g — $295.60 per pack
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to Off-white powder |
| Assay (HPLC) | ≥98.0% |
| Specific optical rotation | +210°~+220° |
| HNMR | Conforms to structure |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | -15 to -20 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 28078171 |
| CAS Number | 3767-28-0 |
| IUPAC Name | (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-nitrophenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol |
| EC Number | 223-189-3 |
| Molecular Formula | C12H15NO8 |
| Molecular Weight | 301.25 |
| Exact Mass | 301.0798 |
| SMILES | C1=CC(=CC=C1[N+](=O)[O-])O[C@@H]2[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O2)CO)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | IFBHRQDFSNCLOZ-ZIQFBCGOSA-N |
| 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 |
| PubChem CID | 92969 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| HTS Code | 29400060 |
| Tariff Code | 2940000080 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- (2R,3S,4S,5R,6R)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-nitrophenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol
- 4-Nitrophenyl a-D-glucopyranoside
- 4-nitrophenyl alpha-d-glucoside
- 4-Nitrophenyl alpha-glucoside
- a-D-Glucopyranoside, 4-nitrophenyl
- p-Nitrophenyl alpha-D-glucopyranoside
- p-nitrophenyl-glucopyranoside
- para-nitrophenyl alpha-glucoside
- PNG
- PNP-alpha-Glu
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Nitrophenyl-alpha-D-glucopyranoside used for?
It is primarily used as a substrate in enzymatic assays, particularly for measuring alpha-glucosidase activity, such as that of maltase and yeast alpha-glucosidase, and in alpha-glucosidase inhibitor screening.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight?
The formula is C12H15NO8 with a molecular weight of 301.25 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; specific grades may vary based on order volume.
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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