Description

o-Chloro-p-Nitrophenyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside is a specialized chromogenic substrate used in enzymatic assays and biochemical research. This compound is valued for its role in detecting and quantifying specific glycosidase enzyme activities, providing critical data for research and diagnostic applications. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, academic research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in enzyme kinetics, inhibitor screening, and diagnostic kit development.

Application

• Glycosidase Enzyme Assays: Acts as a specific chromogenic substrate for the detection and kinetic analysis of β-D-xylosidase and related glycosidase enzymes.
• Biochemical Research: Used in academic and industrial laboratories to study enzyme mechanisms, inhibition, and substrate specificity.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in the formulation of diagnostic kits for measuring enzyme activity in clinical and research samples.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms to identify potential glycosidase inhibitors for drug discovery.
• Microbiology Studies: Useful for characterizing microbial enzymes and for taxonomic identification based on enzymatic profiles.
• Quality Control in Bioprocessing: Monitors enzyme activity and purity during the production and purification of recombinant enzymes.

Basic Information

Product Name	o-Chloro-p-Nitrophenyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside
CAS No.	96887-43-3
Molecular Formula	C11H12ClNO7
Molecular Weight	305.67 g/mol
Synonyms	2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; 4-Nitro-2-chlorophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; o-Chloro-p-nitrophenyl β-D-xyloside; β-D-Xylopyranoside, 2-chloro-4-nitrophenyl; p-Nitro-o-chlorophenyl β-D-xylopyranoside; Chromogenic Xylosidase Substrate; Xylosidase Substrate, CNP; 2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl-β-D-xyloside
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our o-Chloro-p-Nitrophenyl-β-D-Xylopyranoside is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and performance consistency for sensitive biochemical applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 material is light-sensitive and should be handled under appropriate conditions to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Melting Point	Contact for details
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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