An alternative chromogenic substrate for β-D-galactosidase. Red-GAL is used in conjuction with IPTG for detection of β-galactosidase activity in bacterial colonies in a colorimetric assay to detect recombinants from non-recombinants.
Common Name: 6-Chloro-3-indolyl-β-D-galactopyranoside
CAS Number: 138182-21-5
Molecular Weight: 329.7
Chemical Formula: C14H16CINO6
Solubility: Methanol
Storage Temperature: 2-8C
Storage Conditions: Refrigerator
Appearance: White to Off White Powder
Identity (H NMR): Conforms
Purity (TLC): 98 %
Solution Test: Clear and Colorless Solution (1% Methanol)
Specific Rotation: -47 - -51 (C=1, Methanol, Dry Basis, 20 oC)
Water (KF): 1 %
Shipping Weight: 0.0399 lbs
Shipping Dimensions: 1.25 x 1.75 x 1.25
Research or further manufacturing use only, not for food or drug use.
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