Description

2-Nitrophenyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside is a specialized chromogenic substrate used in enzymatic assays. This compound is critical for the detection and quantification of β-xylosidase and related glycosidase enzyme activity. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic reagent manufacturing sectors.

Application

• Enzymatic Research: As a specific substrate for studying the kinetics and inhibition of β-xylosidase enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of test kits for enzyme-linked assays in clinical and food safety diagnostics.
• Biomass Conversion Studies: Used to assay enzyme cocktails involved in the breakdown of hemicellulose (xylan) for biofuel and biochemical production.
• Microbiology: Employed in microbial identification systems that rely on specific glycosidase activity profiles.
• Pharmaceutical QC: For testing the activity of enzyme-based drug products or process enzymes used in biomanufacturing.
• Plant & Agricultural Science: Research into plant cell wall degrading enzymes and their role in growth and disease.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Nitrophenyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside
CAS No.	10238-27-4
Molecular Formula	C11H13NO7
Molecular Weight	271.22 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Nitrophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; 4-Nitrophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; β-D-Xylopyranoside, 4-nitrophenyl; 4-Nitrophenyl β-D-xyloside; PNX; O-4-Nitrophenyl-β-D-xylopyranoside; 2-Nitrophenyl-β-D-xyloside; 4-Nitrophenyl xylopyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Nitrophenyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high-purity standards required for sensitive biochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.