Description

4-Nitrophenyl Caproate is a specialized organic ester compound, widely utilized as a chromogenic substrate in enzymatic assays. Its core value lies in its high reactivity and specificity as a substrate for lipases and esterases, enabling precise biochemical analysis and research. This product is essential for professionals in pharmaceutical R&D, diagnostic kit manufacturing, and academic biochemistry laboratories seeking reliable reagents for enzyme activity studies.

Application

• Primary substrate for the colorimetric assay of lipase and esterase enzyme activity.
• Key reagent in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms for drug discovery targeting lipid metabolism.
• Used in biochemical research to study enzyme kinetics, inhibition, and mechanism of action.
• Component in diagnostic test kits for the detection and quantification of specific enzymes in clinical samples.
• Tool compound in industrial biotechnology for monitoring enzymatic processes in bioreactors.
• Research chemical for developing new analytical methods in food science and environmental monitoring.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrophenyl Caproate
CAS No.	7780-14-5
Molecular Formula	C12H15NO4
Molecular Weight	237.25 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Nitrophenyl Caproate; p-Nitrophenyl Hexanoate; 4-Nitrophenyl Hexanoate; PNPC; Hexanoic Acid 4-Nitrophenyl Ester; Caproic Acid p-Nitrophenyl Ester; 4-Nitrophenyl n-Hexanoate; Lipase Substrate
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrophenyl Caproate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity, identity, and performance consistency suitable for sensitive biochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Keep the container tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Loss on Drying	≤ 0.5%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%

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