Description

p-Nitrophenyl β-D-Cellobioside Heptacetate is a specialized chromogenic substrate used extensively in enzymatic assays. This compound matters for its high specificity and sensitivity in detecting and quantifying cellulase and β-glucosidase enzyme activity. It is primarily needed by research institutions, diagnostic kit manufacturers, and industrial biotechnology companies focused on biomass conversion and enzyme characterization.

Application

• Enzyme Activity Assays: As a chromogenic substrate for the precise measurement of cellulase and β-glucosidase activity in research and development.
• Biomass Research: Used in studies investigating cellulose degradation and the efficiency of enzymatic cocktails for biofuel production.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of diagnostic kits for enzyme deficiency disorders or industrial process monitoring.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify potential enzyme inhibitors or activators for therapeutic development.
• Quality Control in Enzyme Production: Used by manufacturers to standardize and verify the potency and purity of commercial enzyme preparations.
• Biochemical Research: A tool for studying enzyme kinetics, mechanism of action, and substrate specificity in academic and industrial laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	p-Nitrophenyl β-D-Cellobioside Heptacetate
CAS No.	69948-03-4
Molecular Formula	C34H43NO21
Molecular Weight	801.70 g/mol
Synonyms	4-Nitrophenyl β-D-cellobioside heptaacetate; p-Nitrophenyl cellobioside heptaacetate; PNPC heptaacetate; 4-Nitrophenyl 4-O-β-D-glucopyranosyl-β-D-glucopyranoside heptaacetate; Cellobioside p-nitrophenyl heptaacetate; β-p-Nitrophenyl cellobioside heptaacetate; Chromogenic cellulase substrate; 69948-03-4
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our p-Nitrophenyl β-D-Cellobioside Heptacetate is produced under strict quality management protocols. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity verification and identity confirmation by spectroscopic methods, to ensure it meets the high standards required for sensitive biochemical 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
Identification (HPLC)	Retention time matches reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
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.