Description

4-Methylumbelliferone Sodium Salt is a high-purity, water-soluble derivative of the versatile fluorophore 4-methylumbelliferone. This compound is valued for its strong fluorescence under UV light, making it an essential biochemical tool for enzymatic assays and diagnostic applications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic kit manufacturers, and pharmaceutical quality control laboratories for precise detection and quantification.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate: Widely used as a fluorogenic substrate for detecting and quantifying the activity of hydrolytic enzymes such as β-glucuronidase, sulfatase, and phosphatase in biochemical research and clinical diagnostics.
• Diagnostic Reagents: A key component in the formulation of diagnostic kits for medical testing, including assays for liver function and certain bacterial infections.
• Cell Biology & Histochemistry: Employed in fluorescence microscopy and flow cytometry as a tracer or marker to study cellular processes and localization of enzymatic activity.
• Pharmaceutical Analysis: Serves as a reference standard and analytical reagent in the quality control of pharmaceutical products and in drug metabolism studies.
• Biochemical Research: Used in high-throughput screening (HTS) assays and molecular biology research to monitor gene expression and reporter gene systems.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Applied in enzyme engineering and fermentation process monitoring to track specific enzymatic conversions.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylumbelliferone Sodium Salt
CAS No.	5980-33-6
Molecular Formula	C10H7NaO4
Molecular Weight	214.15 g/mol
Synonyms	4-MU Sodium Salt; 4-Methylumbelliferyl Sodium Salt; Hymecromone Sodium Salt; 4-Methyl-7-hydroxycoumarin Sodium Salt; Sodium 4-Methylumbelliferone; Sodium 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin; β-Methylumbelliferone Sodium Salt; 4-Methyl-7-oxycoumarin Sodium Salt
EINECS	227-795-4

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylumbelliferone Sodium Salt is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, spectroscopic identification, and residual solvent analysis, to ensure it meets the stringent requirements for research and diagnostic applications. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, confirming compliance with specified purity and performance criteria.

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) and must be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and performance. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Fluorescence	Conforms to reference
Solubility (in Water)	Clear, colorless solution

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