4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside
Also known as: 4-Methylumbelliferyl alpha-D-galactopyranoside, 4-Methylumbelliferyl-alpha-D-galactopyranoside, 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactoside, 4-Methylumbelliferyl-alpha-D-galactoside, 4-Methyl-2-oxo-2H-chromen-7-yl α-D-galactopyranoside, 4-Methylumbelliferyl-alpha-D-galactopyranoside hydrate, 4'-Methylumbelliferyl-alpha-D-galactopyranoside, 4-MU-alpha-D-gal, 4-Methylumbelliferyl A-D-galactopyranoside
4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside (CAS 38597-12-5) is a compound in the Ketones category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C16H18O8 and a molecular weight of 338.309 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 171-173ºC, a boiling point of 626.9±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 233.9±25.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 38597-12-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-883-3
- Molecular Formula
- C16H18O8
- Molecular Weight
- 338.309 g/mol
- Category
- Ketones
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 171-173ºC |
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| Boiling Point | 626.9±55.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.5±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 233.9±25.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 338.100159 |
| PSA | 129.59000 |
| LogP | -0.46 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.9 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.641 |
| Additional Property | H2O: 10 mg/mL hot, clear, colorless |
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Omid Motabar, et al. High throughput screening for inhibitors of alpha-galactosidase. Curr Chem Genomics. 2010 Dec 3;4:67-73. |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside?
The CAS number of 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside is 38597-12-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside?
4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside has molecular formula C16H18O8 and molecular weight 338.309 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside?
For 4-Methylumbelliferyl α-D-galactopyranoside, Upstream Products: 4-Methylumbelliferone, β-D-Galactose pentaacetate; Downstream Products: D-Galactopyranose, 4-Methylumbelliferone.
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