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4-Trifluoromethylumbelliferyl-ß-D-galactopyranoside

Biochemical Assay Reagents

4-Trifluoromethylumbelliferyl-ß-D-galactopyranoside (TFMU-Gal) is a fluorogenic substrate primarily used in biochemical assays for the detection of ß-galactosidase activity. Upon enzymatic cleavage, TFMU-Gal releases a highly fluorescent product, making it a valuable tool in glycobiology research for studying glycosidase activity and carbohydrate metabolism. This compound is essential for understanding the role of glycosides in various biological processes.

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Specifications

Manufacturer	Adooq Bioscience
Actions	Substrate
CAS Number	117153-55-6
Applications	Biochemical Assay Reagents
Formula	C₁₆H₁₅F₃O₈
Molecular Weight	392.28
Synonyms	TFMU-Gal
SMILES	FC(F)(C(C1=CC=C(O[C@@H]2O[C@@H]([C@@H]([C@@H]([C@H]2O)O)O)CO)C=C1O3)=CC3=O)F

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In Vitro Solubility

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Storage

Store powder at -20°C, keep desiccated.
In powder form, the chemical is stable for 36 months.
In solution, store at -20°C and use within 1 month to prevent loss of potency. Aliquot to avoid multiple freeze/thaw cycles.