Esculin (Aesculin)
Esculin is a natural coumarin glucoside widely used in biochemical research and plant-derived compound studies.
- Molecular Formula: C15H16O9
- Molecular Weight: 340.284 g/mol
Provided in high purity for laboratory and research applications.
Description
Esculin, also known as Aesculin, is a naturally occurring coumarin glucoside commonly found in plants of the Aesculus genus. It has a variety of uses in biochemical and pharmacological research.
Esculin is valued for its fluorescent properties and ability to serve as a reference compound in enzymatic and metabolic studies. It is widely applied in assays involving β-glucosidase activity and plant metabolite analysis.
Chemical Information
- Chemical Names: Esculin, Aesculin, Esculoside, (-)-Esculin, Polychrome
- CAS Number: 531-75-9
- Molecular Formula: C15H16O9
- Molecular Weight: 340.284 g/mol
- InChI Key: XHCADAYNFIFUHF-TVKJYDDYSA-N
Applications
- Biochemical and enzymatic research
- Plant metabolite and natural product studies
- Reference compound in fluorescence-based assays
- Phytochemical and pharmacological analysis
Handling & Storage
Store in a cool, dry, and dark environment. Follow standard laboratory safety protocols to maintain stability and purity.
Regulatory & Usage Information
For research and industrial use only. Not intended for human or veterinary consumption. Certificates of Analysis and bulk supply options are available upon request.
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