4-Methylumbelliferyl heptanoate, 5 g

4-Methylumbelliferyl Heptanoate is produced to comply with established chemical quality standards. It is an ester compound with a molecular formula of C16H20O4 and a molecular weight of 284.32 g/mol. This compound belongs to the ester class of organic compounds, specifically a methyl ester. The product is supplied in a pure form, with a purity of 99% min, and is presented as a white crystalline powder in a 5 gram pack. 4-Methylumbelliferyl Heptanoate is commonly used as a fluorogenic substrate in enzyme assays due to its ability to emit bright fluorescence upon hydrolysis. Additionally, it exhibits strong solubility in common organic solvents such as ethanol, acetone, and dichloromethane.

• CAS Number: 18319-92-1