4-Nitrophenyl stearate

SKU: orb2941094

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.

Key Properties

• CAS Number: 14617-86-8
• MW: 405.5708
• Formula: C₂₄H₃₉NO₄
• SMILES: CCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCCC(=O)OC1=CC=C(C=C1)[N+](=O)[O-]
• Target: Others

Storage & Handling

• Storage: -20°C
• Expiration Date: 12 months from date of receipt.
• Disclaimer: For research use only

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

4386004