8-Formyl-4-methylumbelliferone

• CAT Number: R060813
• CAS Number: 14003-96-4
• Molecular Formula: C11H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 204.2
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: 8-Formyl-7-hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin; 4-Methyl-7-hydroxy-8-formylcoumarin; 7-Hydroxy-8-formyl-4-methylcoumarin; 8-Formyl-7-hydroxy-4-methyl-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one; 8-Formyl-7-hydroxy-4-methylcoumarin; 4μ8C
• Target: IRE1
• Storage: -20°C
• InChI: 1S/C11H8O4/c1-6-4-10(14)15-11-7(6)2-3-9(13)8(11)5-12/h2-5,13H,1H3
• InChIKey: RTHHSXOVIJWFQP-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC1=CC(=O)OC2=C1C=CC(=C2C=O)O

8-Formyl-4-methylumbelliferone is a fluorescent compound derived from umbelliferone, featuring a formyl group at the 8-position and a methyl group at the 4-position. It is commonly used in biochemical assays due to its strong fluorescence properties, particularly in studies involving enzyme kinetics, drug screening, and cellular imaging. The compound’s fluorescent characteristics make it ideal for tracking and visualizing biological processes. Additionally, its structural modifications allow it to be a versatile probe in studying interactions with proteins, nucleic acids, and other biomolecules, making it a valuable tool in both academic research and pharmaceutical development.