Description

4-Methylumbelliferyl 4-Deoxy-β-D-Chitobiose Peracetate is a specialized fluorogenic substrate designed for the sensitive detection and quantification of chitinase and related enzyme activities. This compound matters because it provides a highly specific and reliable tool for biochemical research and diagnostic assay development. It is primarily needed by researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for enzyme kinetics studies, inhibitor screening, and diagnostic applications targeting chitinolytic enzymes.

Application

• Enzyme Activity Assays: A key fluorogenic substrate for the continuous, sensitive measurement of endo-chitinase, exo-chitinase, and chitobiosidase activities in vitro.
• Biochemical Research: Used in fundamental research to study the kinetics, mechanism, and inhibition of chitin-degrading enzymes.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a critical component in developing diagnostic kits for fungal infections and conditions related to chitin metabolism.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify novel antifungal agents or chitinase inhibitors.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Used in research focused on plant-pathogen interactions and the development of chitinase-based biocontrol agents.
• Quality Control: Acts as a reference standard for the calibration and validation of enzymatic assays in industrial and academic laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylumbelliferyl 4-Deoxy-β-D-Chitobiose Peracetate
CAS No.	1228931-52-9
Molecular Formula	C31H38N2O17
Molecular Weight	710.64 g/mol
Synonyms	4-MU-4-Deoxy-chitobiose Peracetate; 4-Methylumbelliferyl 4-Deoxy-chitobioside Peracetate; 4-MU-(GlcNAc)2 Peracetate; Fluorogenic Chitobiose Substrate; 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-N,N'-Diacetylchitobioside Peracetate; MUF-Chitobiose Peracetate; 4-MU-β-D-Chitobiose Peracetate
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Quality Control

Our 4-Methylumbelliferyl 4-Deoxy-β-D-Chitobiose Peracetate is manufactured under strict 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your research and regulatory needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in water

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