X-Gal (5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside) [7240-90-6]
Order number: 11322533
Part number: AC100072406
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X-Gal (5-Bromo-4-Chloro-3-Indolyl-Beta-D-Galactopyranoside) [7240-90-6] is utilized in controlled chemical reactions and formulations as a chromogenic substrate for the enzyme beta-galactosidase, which catalyzes the hydrolysis of X-Gal into an indigo dye. Its molecular formula is C12H8ClNO3, with a molecular weight of 249.65. This compound belongs to the class of organic compounds known as galactopyranosides. Due to its hazardous nature, it carries the signal word Danger, indicating potential harm if swallowed. It is also classified as harmful if swallowed
- CAS Number: 7240-90-6
- GHS Signal Word: Danger
- Molecular Weight: 249.65
- Exact Mass: 249.0192708
- Molecular Formula: C12H8ClNO3
- Hazard Statements:
- H302: Harmful if swallowed [Warning Acute toxicity, oral]
| Name | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| CAS | : | 7240-90-6 |
| Water KF | : | max 1% |
| Appearance | : | White to off-white crystalline powder |
| Categories | : | Stains & Indicators |
| Purity HPLC | : | min 99% |
| Product Code | : | 11322533 |
| Product Name | : | X-Gal (5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside) |
| Storage Details | : | -15 to -20 °C |
| Molecular Weight | : | 408.63 |
| Molecular Formula | : | C14H15BrClNO6 |
| Appearance of Solution | : | Clear, colourless to light yellow solution (50mg/ml in DMF:MeOH, 1:1) |
| Harmonised Tariff Code | : | 2940000080 |
| Solubility (5 % in DMF) | : | Soluble (5% w/v,DMF) |
| Specific optical rotation | : | -61.5 +/- 1 |
| Assay (HPLC on Anhydrous Basis) | : | min 98% w/w |
