Molecular structure of 4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate, CAS Number: 18319-92-1
4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate (CAS 18319-92-1)
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Alternate Names:
4-Methylumbelliferyl enanthate; Heptanoic acid 4-methylumbelliferyl ester
Application:
4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate is a fluorescent substrate for esterases and lipases
CAS Number:
18319-92-1
Purity:
≥95%
Molecular Weight:
288.34
Molecular Formula:
C17H20O4
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4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate is a compound used in biochemistry and molecular biology research for its role as a fluorogenic substrate. This compound is employed in enzyme assays that measure the activity of esterases and lipases, enzymes that hydrolyze ester bonds. Upon cleavage by these enzymes, 4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate releases 4-methylumbelliferone, a highly fluorescent product that allows for sensitive detection and quantitation of enzyme activity. The compound is also used in the study of enzyme kinetics and substrate specificity, providing insights into the mechanisms of enzyme action. Additionally, 4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate is utilized in the development of high-throughput screening methods for the discovery of enzyme inhibitors.
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| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate, 100 mg | sc-206914 | 100 mg | $41.00 | |||
4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate, 1 g | sc-206914A | 1 g | $251.00 |