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5-Bromo-3-indolyl- beta-D-galactopyranoside (Blue gal)
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5-Bromo-3-indolyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside (Bluo-Gal) is a chromogenic substrate used in molecular biology to detect beta-galactosidase activity, producing a blue precipitate upon hydrolysis. It is widely employed in blue-white screening for recombinant DNA, lacZ reporter assays, and histochemical staining. Catalogue details: CAS 97753-82-7, molecular formula C14H16BrNO6, molecular weight 374.18 g/mol. Store at -15 to -20°C. No signal word indicated. Molekula supplies Bluo-Gal 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
- 88988627
- CAS Number
- 97753-82-7
- IUPAC Name
- (2S,3R,4S,5R,6R)-2-[(5-bromo-1H-indol-3-yl)oxy]-6-(hydroxymethyl)oxane-3,4,5-triol
- Molecular Formula
- C14H16BrNO6
- Molecular Weight
- 374.18
- Exact Mass
- 373.0161
- SMILES
- C1=CC2=C(C=C1Br)C(=CN2)O[C@H]3[C@@H]([C@H]([C@H]([C@H](O3)CO)O)O)O
- InChIKey
- LINMATFDVHBYOS-MBJXGIAVSA-N
- InChI
- InChI=1S/C14H16BrNO6/c15-6-1-2-8-7(3-6)9(4-16-8)21-14-13(20)12(19)11(18)10(5-17)22-14/h1-4,10-14,16-20H,5H2/t10-,11+,12+,13-,14-/m1/s1
- PubChem CID
- 126898
Synonyms
- 5-Brig
- 5-Bromo-3-indolyl |A-D-galactopyranoside
- 5-Bromo-3-indolyl beta-D-Galactopyranoside [for Biochemical Research]
- 5-Bromo-3-indolyl-b-D-galactopyranoside
- 5-BROMO-3-INDOLYL-beta-D-GALACTOPYRANOSIDE
- 5-Bromo-3-indolyl-beta-galactoside
- beta-D-Galactopyranoside, 5-bromo-1H-indol-3-yl
- Bluo-Gal
- Bluo-Gal, re
- C14H16BrNO6
Frequently asked questions
What is 5-Bromo-3-indolyl-β-D-galactopyranoside (Bluo-Gal) used for?
Bluo-Gal is primarily used as a chromogenic substrate for detecting β-galactosidase activity in molecular biology, enabling blue/white screening in recombinant DNA experiments.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Bluo-Gal?
The chemical formula is C₁₄H₁₆BrNO₆, and the molecular weight is 374.18 g/mol.
How should Bluo-Gal be stored?
Store at -15 to -20°C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of Bluo-Gal does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies analytical-grade Bluo-Gal for research applications, meeting strict purity standards for molecular biology.
Can Molekula supply Bluo-Gal in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can provide Bluo-Gal in bulk, with customizable packaging options for large-scale research or industrial needs.
What documentation comes with an order of Bluo-Gal?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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