Description

1-Naphthyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside is a specialized glycoside derivative that serves as a critical biochemical reagent. This compound is valued for its role as a chromogenic substrate in enzymatic assays, particularly for the detection and quantification of α-glucosidase activity. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and diagnostic industries for high-precision analytical work.

Application

• Enzymatic Substrate for α-Glucosidase: Acts as a specific chromogenic substrate in biochemical assays to measure α-glucosidase enzyme activity, crucial for metabolic disorder research.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits for conditions like Pompe disease, diabetes, and other glycogen storage disorders.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) to identify and evaluate potential inhibitors of α-glucosidase for drug discovery programs.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a tool compound in academic and industrial laboratories studying carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme kinetics, and glycobiology.
• Quality Control in Bioprocessing: Applied in QC labs to monitor enzyme activity and purity during the production of therapeutic enzymes and biologics.

Basic Information

Product Name	1-Naphthyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	208647-48-7
Molecular Formula	C16H18O6
Molecular Weight	306.31 g/mol
Synonyms	α-1-Naphthyl D-glucopyranoside; 1-Naphthyl α-D-glucoside; α-1-Naphthylglucopyranoside; Naphthyl-α-D-glucopyranoside; α-D-Glucopyranoside, 1-naphthyl; 1-Naphthyl α-D-glucopyranoside; p-Nitrophenyl α-D-glucopyranoside (related compound); 4-Nitrophenyl α-D-glucopyranoside (related compound)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 1-Naphthyl-α-D-Glucopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation (IR, NMR), to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic 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 in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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