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4-Nitrophenyl stearate

CAT: 0013-GTR19246694-01Size: 5 gDry Ice: NoHazardous: No
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Description
4-Nitrophenyl stearate is an ester formed from the condensation of stearic acid and 4-nitrophenol. It is commonly used as a substrate in enzymatic assays, where the hydrolysis of the ester bond by esterases and lipases can be monitored through absorbance or colorimetric changes. Additionally, 4-Nitrophenyl stearate serves as a model compound to study the enzymatic activity and selectivity of lipases and esterases from various sources. Its long hydrophobic tail enhances solubility in lipophilic environments, making it a valuable probe for researching lipid metabolism.
CAS Number
14617-86-8
Smiles
CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC (=O) OC1=CC=C (C=C1) [N+] (=O) [O-]
Molecular Formula
C24H39NO4
Molecular Weight
405.5708
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.