Description

o-Nitrophenyl Laurate is a specialized organic ester compound widely utilized as a chromogenic substrate in enzymatic assays. This chemical is critical for research and diagnostic applications where precise measurement of lipase and esterase activity is required. It serves as an essential reagent for biochemical research, pharmaceutical development, and quality control testing in industrial enzyme production.

Application

• Enzymatic Substrate: Primary chromogenic substrate for the colorimetric assay of lipase, esterase, and cholesterol esterase activity.
• Biochemical Research: Used in kinetic studies and enzyme characterization to understand catalytic mechanisms and inhibition.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify potential enzyme inhibitors or activators for drug discovery.
• Diagnostic Kits: A key component in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits for measuring pancreatic function and related disorders.
• Industrial Enzyme QC: Used in quality control laboratories to assay the potency and specificity of commercial enzyme preparations.
• Academic Laboratories: Standard reagent for teaching and research in university biochemistry and molecular biology departments.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Nitrophenyl Laurate
CAS No.	2639-52-3
Molecular Formula	C18H27NO4
Molecular Weight	321.41 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Nitrophenyl Laurate; 2-Nitrophenyl Dodecanoate; Lauric Acid 2-Nitrophenyl Ester; ONPL; o-Nitrophenyl Dodecanoate; Dodecanoic Acid, 2-Nitrophenyl Ester; 2-Nitrophenyllaurate
EINECS	220-143-5

Quality Control

Our o-Nitrophenyl Laurate is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for sensitive biochemical applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to relevant industry standards for laboratory reagents to support your research and production integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). The product is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to prevent decomposition.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Solubility	Soluble in organic solvents (e.g., DMSO, ethanol)

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