Description

2-Chloro-4-Nitrophenyl 4-o-B-D-Galactopyranosylmaltoside is a specialized chromogenic substrate designed for enzymatic assays. This compound matters for its high specificity and sensitivity in detecting and quantifying glycosidase enzyme activity, particularly β-galactosidase. It is primarily needed by research institutions, diagnostic kit manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in biochemical research, enzyme kinetics studies, and high-throughput screening.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a chromogenic substrate for the study of β-galactosidase enzyme kinetics, inhibition, and characterization.
• Diagnostic Assays: Used in the development of clinical and research diagnostic kits for detecting specific enzyme markers.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify potential drug candidates that modulate glycosidase activity.
• Microbiology: Applied in microbial identification systems that rely on specific glycosidase profiles.
• Enzyme Purification: Serves as an active probe in affinity chromatography and activity-guided fractionation processes.
• Cell Biology: Utilized in reporter gene assays where β-galactosidase is used as a marker.

Basic Information

Product Name	2-Chloro-4-Nitrophenyl 4-o-B-D-Galactopyranosylmaltoside
CAS No.	157381-11-8
Molecular Formula	C24H34ClNO17
Molecular Weight	644.0 g/mol (approx.)
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl β-D-galactopyranosyl-(1→4)-β-D-glucopyranoside; CNP-Gal-β-Glc; 2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranoside; Galactosylmaltoside chromogenic substrate; β-Galactosidase substrate CNP derivative; 4-Nitrophenyl 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranoside, 2-chloro derivative; 2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl 4-O-β-D-galactopyranosyl-β-D-glucoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 2-Chloro-4-Nitrophenyl 4-o-B-D-Galactopyranosylmaltoside is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive biochemical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; prolonged exposure to moisture, heat, or light may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Assay	95.0% - 105.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, DMSO

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