Description

p-Nitrophenyl 2-o-(A-L-Fucopyranosyl)-D-Galactopyranoside is a specialized chromogenic substrate designed for the detection and study of specific glycosidase enzymes. This compound is critical for biochemical research and diagnostic applications where precise enzymatic activity measurement is required. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the fields of life sciences, clinical diagnostics, and pharmaceutical development.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate for α-L-Fucosidase: A chromogenic substrate used in biochemical assays to detect and quantify the activity of α-L-fucosidase enzymes.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in the production of diagnostic kits for metabolic disorders, such as fucosidosis.
• Biochemical Research: Used in enzyme kinetics studies, inhibitor screening, and characterization of glycosidase specificity in academic and industrial R&D laboratories.
• High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Employed in pharmaceutical discovery programs to identify potential therapeutic agents that modulate glycosidase activity.
• Quality Control in Bioprocessing: Applied in monitoring enzyme activity during the production and purification of recombinant proteins and biologics.
• Microbiology Studies: Used to study bacterial glycosidases involved in pathogenesis and carbohydrate metabolism.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Nitrophenyl 2-o-(A-L-Fucopyranosyl)-D-Galactopyranoside
CAS No.	66347-27-1
Molecular Formula	C18H25NO12
Molecular Weight	447.39 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-α-L-fucopyranosyl-β-D-galactopyranoside; pNP-α-L-Fuc-(1→2)-β-D-Gal; 2'-Fucosyllactose 4-nitrophenyl glycoside; α-L-Fucp-(1→2)-β-D-Galp-OPhNO2; Fucosidase Substrate; 4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-(6-deoxy-α-L-galactopyranosyl)-β-D-galactopyranoside; 2-O-α-L-Fucopyranosyl-β-D-galactopyranoside 4-nitrophenyl ester
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Nitrophenyl 2-o-(A-L-Fucopyranosyl)-D-Galactopyranoside is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, 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 2-8°C. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment to maintain stability and prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details
Solubility	Soluble in water, DMSO

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