4-Methylumbelliferone
4-Methylumbelliferone (Hymecromone) is a coumarin derivative with spasmolytic and choleretic activities. It is widely used as a biochemical tool, notably as a substrate for enzyme assays like β-glucuronidase and in research exploring hyaluronan synthesis inhibition in both cellular and animal models.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
90-33-5
Product Name Alternative
Inhibit, Inhibitor, hyaluronic acid (HA) synthesis, Hymecromone, 4 Methylumbelliferone, 4Methylumbelliferone, 4-Methylumbelliferone, 4-MU
Purity
97.32% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
Ethanol:33 mg/mL (187.32 mM) ; DMSO:250 mg/mL (1419.08 mM) ; H2O:< 1 mg/mL (insoluble or slightly soluble) ;10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:4 mg/mL (22.71 mM)
Smiles
CC1=CC (=O) OC2=C1C=CC (O) =C2
Molecular Formula
C10H8O3
Molecular Weight
176.17
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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