Indoxyl b-D-Glucuronide CHA Salt, IBDG

• CAT Number: C000551
• CAS Number: 216971-58-3
• Molecular Formula: C₁₄H₁₅NO₇ • C₆H₁₃N
• Purity: ≥95%
• Solubility: DMSO (Slightly), Water (Slightly)
• Storage: -20°C, Hygroscopic

Indoxyl beta-D-Glucuronide CHA Salt (CAT: C000551) serves a dual purpose in analytical chemistry and microbiological research. As an analytical reagent, it engages in chemical reactions, potentially leading to detectable changes in color or other measurable properties, making it valuable for identifying or quantifying specific substances. In the realm of biological research, it is employed in culture media to detect Escherichia coli (E. coli). This compound likely acts as a substrate for E. coli-produced enzymes, resulting in the generation of detectable products or color alterations.

Reference

Rambach, A.: U.S., US 5846761 A 19981208 (1998)