Description

4-Nitrophenyl 2-o-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-Mannopyranoside is a specialized synthetic glycoside derivative, serving as a critical chromogenic substrate for enzymatic assays. Its core value lies in enabling precise, colorimetric detection and quantification of specific glycosidase enzyme activity. This compound is essential for researchers and quality control laboratories in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors who require reliable tools for enzyme kinetics, inhibitor screening, and biochemical pathway analysis.

Application

• Enzymatic Substrate for Glycosidases: Primary use as a chromogenic substrate for α-glucosidase, α-mannosidase, and related hydrolytic enzymes.
• Biochemical Research & Assay Development: Critical for studying enzyme kinetics, mechanism of action, and inhibition profiles in academic and industrial R&D.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: Used in the formulation of diagnostic kits for the detection of enzymatic deficiencies or metabolic disorders.
• Pharmaceutical Quality Control: Employed in potency testing and stability studies of enzyme-based therapeutics and inhibitors.
• High-Throughput Screening (HTS): Facilitates the discovery of novel glycosidase inhibitors for drug development programs targeting diabetes, viral infections, and cancer.
• Microbiology & Plant Biochemistry: Applied in research to characterize glycosidase activity in microorganisms and plant systems.

Basic Information

Product Name	4-Nitrophenyl 2-o-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-Mannopyranoside
CAS No.	79580-51-1
Molecular Formula	C24H33NO17
Molecular Weight	607.52 g/mol
Synonyms	p-Nitrophenyl 2-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-α-D-mannopyranoside; 4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-α-D-glucopyranosyl-α-D-mannopyranoside; PNPGM; 2-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-mannopyranoside 4-nitrophenyl ester; 79580-51-1; 4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-(α-D-glucopyranosyl)-α-D-mannopyranoside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our 4-Nitrophenyl 2-o-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-α-D-Mannopyranoside 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. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

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 light-sensitive (store away from light).

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.5%
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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