Description:
X-Gluc (5-bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-β-D-glucuronic acid) is a substrate for β-glucuronidase, an acid hydrolase encoded by the uid A gene.  in histochemical assays, X-Gluc produces a blue precipitate in the presence of β-glucuronidase. Requires resuspension in DMSO.

Molecular Formula: C₂₀H₂₆BrClN₂O₇
Molecular Weight: 521.80
CAS No.: 18656-96-7

Appearance: Crystalline white powder.
Melting Point: Slow colorization > 140 °C. Gave no clear melting point.
Solution: Clear solution when dissolved in DMF (5mg/ml).
Purity: > 99% by TLC and NMR.
Solvent: Chloroform : MeOH : H₂O = 65 : 35 : 8
Detection:  UV 254 nm: 10% H₂SO₄ in EtOH
Transportation: RT or with blue ice
Storage: store at -20°C 

Note: protect from light and moisture.

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