Description

1-Naphthyl Glucosiduronic Acid is a high-purity biochemical conjugate of glucuronic acid and 1-naphthol. This compound is of significant value as a key intermediate and reference standard in advanced biochemical research and analytical method development. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and industrial laboratories in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors for metabolite studies, enzymatic assay development, and as a precursor in specialized synthesis.

Application

• Biochemical Research Intermediate: Serves as a crucial building block in the synthesis of more complex glucuronide conjugates for metabolic pathway studies.
• Analytical Reference Standard: Used for the calibration and validation of analytical methods, particularly High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) and Mass Spectrometry (MS), in pharmacokinetic and drug metabolism studies.
• Enzymology Studies: Employed as a substrate or standard in assays investigating the activity of UDP-glucuronosyltransferase (UGT) enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Acts as a model compound in research focused on drug conjugation, detoxification pathways, and metabolite identification.
• Toxicology and Biomarker Research: Utilized in studies exploring exposure biomarkers and the metabolic fate of polycyclic aromatic compounds.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthyl Glucosiduronic Acid
CAS No.	17238-47-0
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₈O₈
Molecular Weight	338.31 g/mol
Synonyms	1-Naphthyl β-D-Glucopyranosiduronic Acid; α-Naphthyl Glucuronide; 1-Naphthol Glucuronide; Naphthyl-β-D-glucuronide; Glucuronic Acid 1-Naphthyl Ester; 1-Naphthyl-β-D-glucopyranosiduronic Acid; β-1-Naphthyl Glucuronide
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Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthyl Glucosiduronic Acid is manufactured under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing to ensure identity, purity, and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements for research-grade biochemicals. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific results for purity (HPLC), identity (IR, NMR), and related substances is supplied with every order.

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 hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to prevent degradation. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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