Molekula
MUG (4-Methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide)
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ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
MUG (4-Methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide) is a fluorescent substrate used to detect glucuronidase enzyme activity in biochemical assays. It is commonly employed in enzyme kinetics, drug metabolism studies, and microbiological testing. CAS: 6160-80-1, Molecular Formula: C16H16O9, Molecular Weight: 352.29 g/mol. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Molekula supplies MUG from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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1 g — £46.50 per pack ex VAT · £55.80 inc. VAT
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5 g — £93.00 per pack ex VAT · £111.60 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Water | 15 % max |
| Purity (TLC) | min 99% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Acidity | Acid |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 17491699 |
| CAS Number | 6160-80-1 |
| IUPAC Name | (2S,3S,4S,5R,6S)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(4-methyl-2-oxochromen-7-yl)oxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid |
| EC Number | 228-186-0 |
| Molecular Formula | C16H16O9 |
| Molecular Weight | 352.29 |
| Exact Mass | 352.0794 |
| SMILES | CC1=CC(=O)OC2=C1C=CC(=C2)O[C@H]3[C@@H]([C@H]([C@@H]([C@H](O3)C(=O)O)O)O)O |
| InChIKey | ARQXEQLMMNGFDU-JHZZJYKESA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C16H16O9/c1-6-4-10(17)24-9-5-7(2-3-8(6)9)23-16-13(20)11(18)12(19)14(25-16)15(21)22/h2-5,11-14,16,18-20H,1H3,(H,21,22)/t11-,12-,13+,14-,16+/m0/s1 |
| PubChem CID | 91553 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2932997000 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, English (US), French, German, Italian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- 4-methylumbelliferone beta-d-glucuronide
- 4-Methylumbelliferone glucuronide
- 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-glucuronide
- 4-Methylumbelliferyl glucuronide
- 4-methylumbelliferyl--d-glucuronide
- 4-Methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide
- 4-MUG
- beta-D-Glucopyranosiduronic acid, 4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl
- hymecromone glucuronide
- MUG trihydrate
Frequently asked questions
What is MUG used for?
MUG is primarily used as a substrate for detecting beta-glucuronidase enzyme activity in biochemical assays and research applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of MUG?
The formula is C16H16O9 with a molecular weight of 352.29 g/mol.
How should MUG be stored?
MUG should be stored at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of MUG does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies MUG in high-purity research grade suitable for laboratory use.
Can Molekula supply MUG in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply MUG in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a MUG order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) upon request.
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