Description

6-Chloro-4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Xyloside is a specialized fluorogenic substrate designed for the sensitive detection and quantification of xylosidase enzyme activity. This compound matters because it provides researchers and quality control labs with a highly specific and reliable tool for enzymatic assays, crucial for biochemical research and diagnostic applications. It is primarily needed by biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and academic research institutions focused on carbohydrate-active enzymes, biomarker discovery, and high-throughput screening.

Application

• Enzymatic Assay Substrate: Primary fluorogenic substrate for the detection and kinetic study of β-D-xylosidase activity.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits for the detection of specific enzyme deficiencies or microbial activity.
• Biochemical Research: Essential tool in research laboratories studying hemicellulose degradation, glycosidase mechanisms, and carbohydrate metabolism.
• High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Employed in drug discovery platforms to identify inhibitors or activators of xylosidase enzymes.
• Microbiology & Plant Biology: Used to assay for xylosidase activity in microbial cultures, plant extracts, and environmental samples.
• Quality Control: Serves as a reference standard in the quality control of enzyme preparations and related biochemical products.

Basic Information

Product Name	6-Chloro-4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Xyloside
CAS No.	1867162-20-6
Molecular Formula	C17H17ClO9
Molecular Weight	400.76 g/mol
Synonyms	6-Chloro-4-methylumbelliferyl β-D-xylopyranoside; 6-Chloro-4-MU-β-D-xyloside; CMU-β-Xyl; 4-Methylumbelliferyl-6-chloro-β-D-xylopyranoside; β-D-Xylopyranoside, 6-chloro-4-methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl; Fluorogenic Xylosidase Substrate; 6-Cl-4-MU-β-Xyl; Xylosidase Substrate, Fluorogenic
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Quality Control

Every batch of 6-Chloro-4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Xyloside is produced under strict quality management protocols. Our products undergo rigorous quality testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure compliance with research-grade standards. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay results, and impurity profiles is available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation.

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, elevated temperature, or light may lead to decomposition and reduced performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in water
Fluorogenic Activity	Functional test: Conforms

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