Description

7-o-β-D-Galactopyranosylcoumarin-4-Acetic Acid is a specialized glycosylated coumarin derivative that serves as a critical biochemical tool and synthetic intermediate. This compound matters for its role as a fluorescent substrate and probe in enzymatic assays, particularly for studying glycosidase activity. It is primarily needed by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and life science research sectors for developing assays and investigating carbohydrate metabolism.

Application

• Enzymatic Substrate: Acts as a specific fluorogenic substrate for β-galactosidase and related glycosidase enzymes in biochemical research and high-throughput screening.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits for detecting enzyme deficiencies or microbial contamination.
• Biochemical Probe: Serves as a molecular probe to study enzyme kinetics, inhibition, and localization within cellular systems.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Employed as a key synthetic building block in the research and development of novel glycosidase inhibitor drugs.
• Life Science Research: Utilized in academic and industrial laboratories for fundamental studies on carbohydrate-active enzymes and metabolic pathways.
• Quality Control Testing: Applied as a reference standard in the quality control of enzyme preparations and diagnostic reagents.

Basic Information

Product Name	7-o-β-D-Galactopyranosylcoumarin-4-Acetic Acid
CAS No.	127615-74-1
Molecular Formula	C19H20O11
Molecular Weight	424.36 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Carboxymethyl-7-β-D-galactopyranosyloxycoumarin; 7-(β-D-Galactopyranosyloxy)-4-coumarinacetic Acid; 7-β-D-Galactosyloxy-4-coumarinylacetic Acid; 4-Carboxymethylumbelliferyl β-D-galactopyranoside; β-Gal-CMU; Galactosylcoumarin acetic acid; 7-Galactosylcoumarin-4-acetic Acid; CMU-β-Gal
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 7-o-β-D-Galactopyranosylcoumarin-4-Acetic Acid is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, NMR and IR for structural confirmation, and specific tests for enzymatic activity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or production requirements.

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 material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Enzymatic Activity	Contact for details

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