1-Naphthyl β-D-glucopyranoside, 5 g

1-Naphthyl Β-D-Glucopyranoside belongs to a class of compounds with well-established chemical utility, specifically serving as a chromogenic substrate. Its molecular formula is C16H14O7, corresponding to a molecular weight of 306.26 g/mol. This compound is a glycoside, characterized by the presence of a sugar molecule esterified to a hydrophobic aglycone. As a chromogenic substrate, it undergoes enzymatic cleavage, resulting in a colored product that can be used for visual detection of certain enzymes. This particular product is offered at a purity of 99%, in the form of a powder, and is supplied in a 5 gram package. It may also exhibit solubility in common organic solvents, although further confirmation of this property is required.

• CAS Number: 19939-82-3