(−)-Sinigrin hydrate

CAS 3952-98-5C10H16KNO9S2 · xH2OBiochemicals & Reagents

(−)-Sinigrin hydrate (CAS: 3952-98-5) is a naturally occurring glucosinolate with the empirical formula C10H16KNO9S2 · xH2O. Its molecular weight is 397.46 g/mol on an anhydrous basis. This compound is primarily utilised as a substrate in enzymatic studies to investigate myrosinase activity and as a reference standard for the isolation and identification of glucosinolates in biochemical research.

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(−)-Sinigrin hydrate (C10H16KNO9S2 · xH2O) — chemical structure, CAS 3952-98-5; Life Science, fine chemical supplied by Tech Serve Solutions

Biochemicals and ReagentsCarbohydratesCell BiologyGlycosidesIncluding GlucosinolatesMonosaccharideNutrition Research

01 /Applications

Enzyme Substrate

Sinigrin serves as a substrate for the enzyme myrosinase (thioglucoside glucohydrolase). It is used to study and characterize myrosinase activity and specificity in various biological systems.

Reference Standard

This compound functions as a crucial reference material for the accurate isolation and identification of glucosinolates, aiding researchers in analytical procedures.

Biochemical Research

Utilised in cell biology and nutrition research, sinigrin contributes to understanding plant secondary metabolites and their biological functions.

02 /Properties

Molecular weight	397.46 (anhydrous basis)
Empirical formula	C10H16KNO9S2 · xH2O
Assay	≥99.0% (TLC)
Optical activity	[α]20/D −17±1°, c = 1% in H2O
Application	Sinigrin, a glucosinolate, is used as a systrate to identify, differentiate and characterize myrosinase(s)/thioglucoside glucohydrolase(s)/thioglucosidase(s). Sinigrin is used as a reference material in procedures for the isolation and identification of glucosinolates.
Melting point	128 (dec.)(lit.)

03 /Safety & handling

Protective equipment	Eyeshields, Gloves, type N95 (US), type P1 (EN143) respirator filter
Water hazard class (WGK, DE)	3

Hazard information is provided for guidance. Always consult the product Safety Data Sheet (SDS), available on request, before handling.

04 /Identifiers & registry

CAS number

3952-98-5

MDL number

MFCD00149447

05 /Quality & supply

Documentation

Every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis covering assay, identity and purity; the grade is confirmed against your enquiry. Safety Data Sheets and technical data sheets are available on request.

Supply & logistics

Samples for technical evaluation; bulk MOQ by grade and packaging. In-stock material ships in 7–10 working days, worldwide, with full export documentation.

06 /Frequently asked questions

What is (–)-Sinigrin hydrate used for?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies (–)-Sinigrin hydrate primarily as a substrate for myrosinase activity studies and as a reference material for glucosinolate isolation and identification in biochemical research.

What is the CAS number and formula for (–)-Sinigrin hydrate?

The CAS number for (–)-Sinigrin hydrate is 3952-98-5 and its empirical formula is C10H16KNO9S2 · xH2O.

What grade and purity does Tech Serve Solutions supply?

Tech Serve Solutions supplies (–)-Sinigrin hydrate with an assay of ≥99.0% (TLC). TSS does not represent this product as USP, BP, EP, or other pharmacopoeia grades.

How should (–)-Sinigrin hydrate be handled?

When handling (–)-Sinigrin hydrate, it is essential to wear safety eyewear, gloves, and a suitable respirator (type N95 or P1). The material is classified with WGK Germany 3, indicating a high hazard to water.