Description

4-Methylumbelliferyl-β-D-Fucopyranoside is a specialized fluorogenic glycosidase substrate used in enzymatic assays and biochemical research. This compound is critical for the sensitive detection and quantification of β-D-fucosidase activity, enabling high-throughput screening and diagnostic applications. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic kit manufacturers, and pharmaceutical companies involved in enzyme characterization and inhibitor discovery.

Application

• Enzymatic Assay Substrate: A key fluorogenic substrate for the specific detection and kinetic study of β-D-fucosidase enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits for the detection of enzyme deficiencies or specific metabolic disorders.
• High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Employed in pharmaceutical and biotechnology research for screening libraries of compounds as potential enzyme inhibitors or activators.
• Biochemical Research: Essential for fundamental research on glycosidase function, carbohydrate metabolism, and related cellular pathways.
• Microbiology Studies: Applied in assays to study bacterial or fungal glycosidase activity for identification or research purposes.
• Quality Control in Bioprocessing: Used to monitor enzyme activity and purity during the production and purification of recombinant enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Methylumbelliferyl-β-D-Fucopyranoside
CAS No.	55487-93-9
Molecular Formula	C16H18O8
Molecular Weight	338.31 g/mol
Synonyms	4-MU-β-D-Fucopyranoside; 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-fucopyranoside; 4-MUF-β-D-Fuc; β-D-Fucosidase substrate; 4-Methylumbelliferyl-β-D-fucoside; 7-Hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin β-D-fucopyranoside; 4-MU-Fuc; 4-Methyl-7-β-D-fucopyranosyloxycoumarin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Methylumbelliferyl-β-D-Fucopyranoside is manufactured under strict quality control protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency suitable for sensitive research and diagnostic applications. Each lot is characterized by HPLC, NMR, and mass spectrometry to confirm identity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications are available upon request.

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Identification (NMR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in water
Fluorogenic Activity	Functional in standard β-fucosidase assays

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