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4-Nitrophenyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside
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4-Nitrophenyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside is a synthetic substrate widely used in biochemical assays to detect beta-galactosidase enzyme activity, particularly in molecular biology and diagnostics. It releases a yellow 4-nitrophenolate product upon hydrolysis, allowing colorimetric quantification. Catalogue details: CAS 3150-24-1, molecular formula C12H15NO8, molecular weight 301.25 g/mol, and requires storage at -15 to -20°C. Molekula supplies 4-Nitrophenyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.
Overview
- SKU
- 27901331
- CAS Number
- 3150-24-1
- IUPAC Name
- (2R,3R,4S,5R,6S)-2-(hydroxymethyl)-6-(4-nitrophenoxy)oxane-3,4,5-triol
- EC Number
- 221-584-5
- 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-YBXAARCKSA-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
- 65115
Synonyms
- 1-O-(4-nitrophenyl)-beta-D-galactopyranose
- 1-O-(4-nitrophenyl)-beta-D-galactose
- 1-O-(p-nitrophenyl)-beta-D-galactopyranose
- 1-O-(p-nitrophenyl)-beta-D-galactose
- 4-nitrophenyl-beta-D-galactoside
- 4-Nitrophenylgalactoside
- p-Nitrophenyl beta-D-galactopyranoside
- p-nitrophenyl-alpha-galactoside
- p-Nitrophenyl-beta-D-galactoside
- PNPG
Frequently asked questions
What is 4-Nitrophenyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside (pNP-Gal) commonly used for?
pNP-Gal is primarily used as a substrate in biochemical assays, particularly for detecting β-galactosidase enzyme activity in molecular biology and microbiology research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of pNP-Gal?
The chemical formula is C₁₂H₁₅NO₈, and the molecular weight is 301.25 g/mol.
How should pNP-Gal be stored?
Store pNP-Gal at -15 to -20°C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade or purity is available for pNP-Gal from Molekula?
Molekula supplies pNP-Gal in analytical/biochemical research grade, suitable for high-precision applications.
Can Molekula supply pNP-Gal in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide pNP-Gal in bulk, with quantities tailored to meet research or industrial-scale requirements.
What documentation is included with a pNP-Gal order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.