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203782 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-β-D-galactopyranoside - CAS 7240-90-6 - Calbiochem

A chromogenic substrate for β-galactosidase. Used to distinguish between recombinant and non-recombinant plasmids carrying β-galactosidase gene (e.g. pUR222).

MSDS (material safety data sheet) or SDS, CoA and CoQ, dossiers, brochures and other available documents.

Synonyms: X-Gal

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Catalogue NumberPackaging Qty/Pack
203782-100MGCN Glass bottle 100 mg
203782-1GMCN Plastic ampoule 1 gm
203782-250MGCN Plastic ampoule 250 mg
203782-5GMCN Plastic ampoule 5 gm
Description
OverviewA chromogenic substrate for β-galactosidase. Used to distinguish between recombinant and non-recombinant plasmids carrying β-galactosidase gene (e.g. pUR222).
Catalogue Number203782
Brand Family Calbiochem®
SynonymsX-Gal
References
ReferencesEngler, K.H., et al. 1999. J. Microbiol. Methods 35, 207.
Arakawa, H., et al. 1991. Anal. Biochem. 199, 238.
Horwitz, J., et al. 1964. J. Med. Chem. 7, 574.
Product Information
CAS number7240-90-6
FormWhite solid
Hill FormulaC₁₄H₁₅BrClNO₆
Chemical formulaC₁₄H₁₅BrClNO₆
Structure formula ImageStructure formula Image
Quality LevelMQ100
Applications
Biological Information
Purity≥99% by HPLC
Physicochemical Information
Dimensions
Materials Information
Toxicological Information
Safety Information according to GHS
Safety Information
Product Usage Statements
Storage and Shipping Information
Ship Code Ambient Temperature Only
Toxicity Standard Handling
Storage -20°C
Protect from Light Protect from light
Protect from Moisture Protect from moisture
Do not freeze Ok to freeze
Special InstructionsFollowing reconstitution, store in the refrigerator (4°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 2 months at 4°C.
Packaging Information
Transport Information
Supplemental Information
Specifications
Global Trade Item Number
Catalogue Number GTIN
203782-100MGCN 07790788048396
203782-1GMCN 07790788055530
203782-250MGCN 07790788048402
203782-5GMCN 07790788048419

Documentation

5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-β-D-galactopyranoside - CAS 7240-90-6 - Calbiochem SDS

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Safety Data Sheet (SDS) 

5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl-β-D-galactopyranoside - CAS 7240-90-6 - Calbiochem Certificates of Analysis

TitleLot Number
203782

References

Reference overview
Engler, K.H., et al. 1999. J. Microbiol. Methods 35, 207.
Arakawa, H., et al. 1991. Anal. Biochem. 199, 238.
Horwitz, J., et al. 1964. J. Med. Chem. 7, 574.
Data Sheet

Note that this data sheet is not lot-specific and is representative of the current specifications for this product. Please consult the vial label and the certificate of analysis for information on specific lots. Also note that shipping conditions may differ from storage conditions.

Revision08-April-2022 JSW
SynonymsX-Gal
DescriptionA chromogenic substrate for β-galactosidase. Used to distinguish between recombinant and non-recombinant plasmids carrying β-galactosidase gene (e.g. pUR222).
FormWhite solid
CAS number7240-90-6
Chemical formulaC₁₄H₁₅BrClNO₆
Structure formulaStructure formula
Purity≥99% by HPLC
Solubility2% DMSO (20 mg/ml)
Storage Protect from moisture
Protect from light
-20°C
Do Not Freeze Ok to freeze
Special InstructionsFollowing reconstitution, store in the refrigerator (4°C). Stock solutions are stable for up to 2 months at 4°C.
Toxicity Standard Handling
ReferencesEngler, K.H., et al. 1999. J. Microbiol. Methods 35, 207.
Arakawa, H., et al. 1991. Anal. Biochem. 199, 238.
Horwitz, J., et al. 1964. J. Med. Chem. 7, 574.