X-GAL

SKU: orb1307146

Description

X-GAL (BCIG) is a chromogenic substrate for β-galactosidase, yielding an insoluble blue precipitate upon enzymatic cleavage. It is extensively used in molecular biology for both in vitro assays and in vivo staining applications, such as lacZ reporter gene detection in histology and microbiology.

Research Area

Metabolism Research, Neuroscience

Key Properties

• Target: Glucosidase,glycosidase,Others
• Molecular Weight: 408.63
• Purity: 99.23% (May vary between batches)
• CAS Number: 7240-90-6
• Formula: C₁₄H₁₅BrClNO₆
• SMILES: OC[C@H]1O[C@@H](Oc2c[nH]c3ccc(Br)c(Cl)c23)[C@H](O)[C@@H](O)[C@H]1O

Storage & Handling

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

Alternative Names

Inhibitor, inhibit, BCIG, X GAL, XGAL, X-GAL

Compound Identifiers

PubChem CID

65181