Description

4-Methylumbelliferyl Heptanoate is a synthetic fluorogenic substrate and a derivative of 4-methylumbelliferone. This compound is valued for its role as a specific and sensitive enzymatic substrate, particularly for lipase and esterase activity assays. It is primarily utilized by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic reagent manufacturing industries.

Application

• Enzymatic Assay Substrate: A key fluorogenic substrate for the detection and quantification of lipase and esterase enzyme activity in biochemical research.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits and reagents for clinical and research laboratories to measure specific enzyme levels.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) and inhibitor studies to identify and characterize new therapeutic compounds targeting lipid metabolism.
• Biotechnology Applications: Serves as a tool enzyme substrate in molecular biology and cell biology for studying lipid signaling pathways and metabolic processes.
• Quality Control Testing: Applied in the QC of enzyme preparations and bioprocesses to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylumbelliferyl Heptanoate
CAS No.	18319-92-1
Molecular Formula	C₁₇H₂₀O₅
Molecular Weight	304.34 g/mol
Synonyms	4-MU Heptanoate; 4-Methylumbelliferyl Enanthate; 7-Heptanoyloxy-4-methylcoumarin; 4-Methyl-7-heptanoyloxycoumarin; 4-Methylumbelliferone Heptanoate Ester; Heptanoic Acid 4-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl Ester; 4-Methylumbelliferyl C7
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylumbelliferyl Heptanoate is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (typically 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
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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