Description

6,8-Difluoro-4-Methylumbelliferyl-B-D-Glucopyranoside is a specialized fluorogenic substrate designed for high-sensitivity enzymatic assays. This compound matters because it offers superior signal-to-noise ratios and detection limits for critical research and diagnostic applications. It is primarily needed by biochemical researchers and diagnostic manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and clinical diagnostics industries for detecting β-glucosidase activity.

Application

• Biochemical Research: As a fluorogenic substrate for the detection and kinetic study of β-glucosidase enzymes in vitro.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: A key component in the formulation of sensitive diagnostic kits for enzyme-linked assays.
• High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Used in pharmaceutical research to screen for enzyme inhibitors or activators in drug discovery pipelines.
• Cell-Based Reporter Assays: Employed to monitor gene expression or cellular processes where β-glucosidase is used as a reporter.
• Microbiology: For the identification and characterization of microbial species based on specific enzymatic profiles.
• Quality Control in Biomanufacturing: To test for the presence and activity of specific enzymes in bioprocessing.

Basic Information

Product Name	6,8-Difluoro-4-Methylumbelliferyl-B-D-Glucopyranoside
CAS No.	351009-26-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₆H₁₆F₂O₈
Molecular Weight	374.29 g/mol
Synonyms	6,8-Difluoro-4-methylumbelliferyl β-D-glucopyranoside; 6,8-Difluoro-4-MU-β-D-glucoside; 4-Methylumbelliferyl-6,8-difluoro-β-D-glucopyranoside; β-Glucosidase Substrate, Fluorogenic; 6,8-Difluoro-4-MUG; 6,8-Difluoro-4-Methylumbelliferyl Glucoside; 4-MU-β-D-Glucopyranoside, 6,8-Difluoro Derivative
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Quality Control

Our 6,8-Difluoro-4-Methylumbelliferyl-B-D-Glucopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research and in vitro diagnostic (IVD) use. Each lot is supported by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and performance in standard assay conditions. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management principles, and our production environment is designed to meet the exacting standards of the life sciences industry.

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). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Fluorogenic Activity	Conforms to reference standard
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.