4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide

Also known as: 4-Methylumbelliferylglucuronide, 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-glucuronide, 4-Methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide, 4-Methylumbelliferone β-D-glucuronide, MUG, MUGLCU, 4-Methylumbelliferyl glucuronide, 4-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-1-benzopyran-7-yl β-D-glucopyranosiduronic acid, 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronic acid, 2H-1-Benzopyran-2-one, 7-(β-D-glucopyranuronosyloxy)-4-methyl-, (2S,3S,4S,5R,6S)-3,4,5-trihydroxy-6-(4-methyl-2-oxochromen-7-yl)oxyoxane-2-carboxylic acid, 4'-Methylumbelliferyl-ß-D-glucuronide

4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide (CAS 6160-80-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H16O9 and a molecular weight of 352.293 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 102 °C, a boiling point of 683.1±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.6±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 255.0±25.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.: 6160-80-1
Jingsj CID: J-42996-9
Molecular Formula: C₁₆H₁₆O₉
Molecular Weight: 352.293 g/mol
Category: Organic Acids
Last updated: 8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point	102 °C
Boiling Point	683.1±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density	1.6±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point	255.0±25.0 °C
Exact Mass	352.079437
PSA	146.66000
LogP	-0.63
Vapor Pressure	0.0±2.2 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index	1.664
Additional Property	slightly soluble

Activity & Biological Data

Additional Information	[1]. George I, et al. Use of beta-D-galactosidase and beta-D-glucuronidase activities for quantitative detection of totaland fecal coliforms in wastewater. Can J Microbiol. 2001 Jul;47(7):670-5. [2]. Sperker B, et al. High-performance liquid chromatographic quantification of 4-methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide as a probe for human beta-glucuronidase activity in tissue homogenates. J Chromatogr B Biomed Appl. 1996 Oct 11;685(1):181-4. [3]. Villari P, et al. An evaluation of the use of 4-methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide (MUG) in different solid media for the detection and enumeration of Escherichia coli in foods. Lett Appl Microbiol. 1997 Apr;24(4):286-90.

Additional Information

[1]. George I, et al. Use of beta-D-galactosidase and beta-D-glucuronidase activities for quantitative detection of totaland fecal coliforms in wastewater. Can J Microbiol. 2001 Jul;47(7):670-5. [2]. Sperker B, et al. High-performance liquid chromatographic quantification of 4-methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide as a probe for human beta-glucuronidase activity in tissue homogenates. J Chromatogr B Biomed Appl. 1996 Oct 11;685(1):181-4. [3]. Villari P, et al. An evaluation of the use of 4-methylumbelliferyl-beta-D-glucuronide (MUG) in different solid media for the detection and enumeration of Escherichia coli in foods. Lett Appl Microbiol. 1997 Apr;24(4):286-90.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide?

The CAS number of 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide is 6160-80-1.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide?

4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide has molecular formula C16H16O9 and molecular weight 352.293 g/mol.

What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide?

For 4-Methylumbelliferyl beta-D-glucuronide, Upstream Products: 4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-glucopyranoside, 4-Methylumbelliferone, 4-Methylumbelliferone sodium salt; Downstream Products: 4-Methylumbelliferone.

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Last updated: 8/21/2026

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