Enzyme Substrates

5-Bromo-3-indoxyl-beta-D-galactopyranoside (5BIG) is a fluorogenic substrate that has been shown to be an effective enzyme substrate. It is used in the chemiluminescence, bioluminescence, and fluorescence detection of enzymes. 5BIG is also a chromogenic substrate for nucleic acid staining and can be used in food testing as well as diagnostics. 5BIG is highly pure and high quality with a CAS number of 1301706-59-1.

Fluorogenic substrate for N-Acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase yielding a blue fluorescent solution. Used for rapid identification of Salmonella species.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-3-azido-2,3-dideoxy-b-D-galactopyranoside is a fluorogenic substrate for beta-galactosidase. It has been used in the detection of beta-galactosidase activity in culture media, and for the detection of beta-galactosidase activity in environmental samples. 4NPAG can be conjugated to a variety of molecules, including antibodies, proteins, nucleotides, and oligonucleotides. 4NPAG can be used as an enzyme substrate for both chromogenic and fluoroquinolone substrates.

Fluorogenic substrate targeting beta-glucosidase

4-Methylumbelliferyl sulfate potassium salt serves as a superior fluorogenic substrate in enzyme detection assays. Upon enzymatic hydrolysis, it releases a highly fluorescent 4-methylumbelliferone moiety, enabling real-time analysis and quantification of enzyme activities. This product is ideal for a variety of biological assay applications, including in vitro diagnostics, drug discovery, and research purposes. Its excellent sensitivity, specificity, and performance ensure accurate and consistent results every time.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-beta-D-glucopyranoside-6-sulfate sodium salt is a chromogenic substrate for N-acetylglucosamine-6-sulfatase. Upon hydrolysis, para-nitrophenol is released yielding a yellowish colour. 4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-beta-D-glucopyranoside-6-sulfate sodium salt is used in different applications such as the Mucopolysaccharidosis IIID (Sanfilippo D) diagnosis

2-Methyl-4-nitrophenyl b-D-galactopyranoside is a chemiluminescent substrate that is used in various applications. It is a ligand that binds to the enzyme beta-galactosidase and is used in diagnostics for detecting the presence of the enzyme. 2-Methyl-4-nitrophenyl b-D-galactopyranoside has been shown to be an appropriate substrate for chemiluminescence reactions, such as those used in diagnostic or research applications. The product also has been tested for potential toxicity and found not to be toxic at concentrations up to 100mg/mL. This product can be used in a variety of applications, including food testing, bacterial culture media, and environmental testing.

Chromogenic substrate to visualize the activity of alpha-D-mannopyranoside; red color produced

The 4-Nitrophenyl a-D-xylopyranoside is a highly sensitive and reliable chromogenic substrate tailored for the detection and analysis of alpha-D-xylosidase enzyme activity. Upon enzymatic hydrolysis, it forms 4-nitrophenol, a yellow compound with remarkable fluorescence that enables a straightforward, quantitative assay in areas including environmental science, metabolism studies, and enzyme modifier exploration.

6-Chloro-3-indolyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-b-D-glucopyranoside is a pink enzyme substrate commonly used in biochemical research and diagnostic applications. This compound is a derivative of indolyl glucopyranoside, which is known for its ability to produce a colored product upon enzymatic hydrolysis. 6-Chloro-3-indolyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-b-D-glucopyranoside is particularly useful for studying glycosidases, enzymes that cleave glycosidic bonds in complex carbohydrates. Its pink coloration makes it an ideal choice for colorimetric assays, enabling researchers to monitor enzyme activity in real-time and facilitating the development of new diagnostic tools and therapeutic strategies.

Jalapeno green-Gal (Jalapeno green-beta-D-galactopyranoside) is a chromogenic indicator for beta-galactosidase activity. The colorless product is cleaved by lactose-utilizing bacteria in liquid media or on agar plates and yields a Jalapeno green colored precipitate. Jalapeno green-Gal can also be used as detecting agent for beta-galactosidase activity in reporter gene assays or for identification of positive transformants on agar plates when using the α-complementation approach.

Espresso-Gal (Espresso-beta-D-galactopyranoside) is a chromogenic indicator for beta-galactosidase activity. The colorless product is cleaved by lactose-utilizing bacteria in liquid media or on agar plates and yields an espresso brown colored precipitate. Espresso-Gal can also be used as detecting agent for beta-galactosidase activity in reporter gene assays or for identification of positive transformants on agar plates when using the α-complementation approach. Read more in the Application Notes.

Aldol® 514 inositol-phosphate is a chromogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of phosphatidylinositol specific phospholipase C (PI-PLC, EC 4.6.1.13). The colorless enzyme substrate is cleaved by PI-PLC positive microorganisms, yielding a red-orange color. The substrate thus enables the detection and identification of various bacteria, such as, pathogenic strains of Listeria, Clostridium, Bacillus, and Staphylococcus. Aldol® 514 inositol-phosphate is suitable for use under aerobic and anaerobic conditions.

5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indoxyl-alpha-D-N-acetylneuraminic acid, cyclohexylammonium salt is a Fluorogenic substrate used for the detection of an enzyme that converts sialic acid to fluorescein. This product has a high quality and purity with a CAS number. It is used in Culture media as a conjugate, Enzyme substrate, Food testing, High purity, Diagnostics, ligand, Chromogenic substrate, Environmental testing. The product has been tested and found to be safe for use with animals and humans.

2,4-Dinitrophenyl 2-deoxy-2-fluoro-b-D-xylopyranoside (DNFX) is a transglycosylation reagent that can be used to inactivate enzymes that catalyze the synthesis of xylosides. DNFX undergoes a covalent reaction with these enzymes and inhibits them by binding to the active site. DNFX catalyses the reaction between xylose and nucleophiles such as hydroxide ions, thiols, or amines. DNFX also has a catalytic effect on electrospray ionization and can be used for the detection of nucleophile activity.

For the detection of beta-galactosidase activity

Chemiluminescent phosphatase substrate in a wide pH range (pH 6 - 10)

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-3,6-di-O-acetyl-2-deoxy-b-D-glucopyranoside is a versatile chromogenic pNP enzyme substrate designed to offer superior results for detecting enzyme activity in research and diagnostic applications. This substrate enables faster, more accurate, and reliable detection of hydrolase enzymes, making it ideal for various research and testing needs, such as studying enzyme kinetics, screening inhibitors, and profiling enzyme specificity.

Fluorogenic substrate for alpha-D-glucosidase. It has been used in studies of Pompe«s disease (Glycogen Storage Disease). Additionally, it is used for differentiation and enumeration of Enterobactersakazakii, based on alpha-glucosidase activity.

5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl palmitate is a chromogenic substrate used to detect the specific enzymatic activity of lipase. After cleavage, 5-bromo-4-chloro-indoxyl is released, resulting in a blue to blue-green color change in bacterial colonies or media. 5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl palmitate is used in lipase activity assays or cystic fibrosis diagnostics.

Fluorogenic substrate for b-glucuronidase GUS

6,8-Difluoro-4-methylumbelliferyl b-D-glucuronide is a chemiluminescent substrate for the enzyme glucuronidase. The compound has been shown to be stable in the presence of a wide range of pHs and temperatures. It can be used in applications such as diagnostics, culture media and food testing. 6,8-Difluoro-4-methylumbelliferyl b-D-glucuronide has a high purity level and can be used as an indicator for other compounds such as acetaminophen or ibuprofen.

4-Methylumbelliferyl-alpha-L-iduronic acid, cyclohexylammonium salt is a fluorogenic substrate for the detection of alpha-L-iduronidase activity. It has been used to measure the activity of this enzyme in cells and tissues and as an indicator of tissue damage. The product is also used in food testing, diagnostics, and environmental testing.

Chromogenic substrate yielding a soluble yellow chromophor for the colorimetric assay of α-L-fucosidase, especially in human serum.

Aldol® 470 choline phosphate is a chromogenic and fluorogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of phosphatidyl-choline specific phospholipase C (PC-PLC, EC 3.1.4.3) activity. The colorless product is cleaved by PC-PLC positive microorganisms in liquid or solid media, yielding a yellow color and green fluorescence. Aldol® 470 choline phosphate therefore, enables the detection and identification of PC-PLC positive pathogenic bacteria, such as, Clostridium perfringens, Pseudomonas aeruginosa, Helicobacter pylori, Legionella pneumophila, Bacillus cereus, Bacillus anthracis, Listeria monocytogenes, and others. Aldol® 470 choline phosphate can be used under aerobic and anaerobic conditions.

2-Nitrophenyl 6-O-trityl-b-D-galactopyranoside is a chromogenic enzyme substrate used in assays to detect galactosidase activity. It is a derivative of galactose that can be hydrolyzed by galactosidase to release the yellow-colored 2-nitrophenyl group, which can be detected spectrophotometrically. The trityl group helps to stabilize the molecule and prevent undesired hydrolysis during storage. This substrate is commonly used in the study of carbohydrate metabolism and in the detection of galactosidase activity in microorganisms.

b-D-glucosidase substrate for screening of enterococci and C.perferingens

4-Nitrophenyl 2,4,6-tri-O-acetyl-3-O-(2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-glucopyranosyl)-β-D-glucopyranoside is an advanced bifunctional chromogenic pNP substrate specifically tailored for the simultaneous detection and quantification of multiple glycosidase enzymes. This dual-action substrate undergoes cleavage by two separate enzymatic reactions, which increases the range and sensitivity of detection. The resulting 4-Nitrophenol release can be easily measured spectrophotometrically, providing rapid and reliable enzyme analysis for advanced enzymology studies, enabling new discoveries in biochemistry and biotechnology.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-4-O-(β-D-galactopyranosyl)-α-D-glucopyranoside is a high-quality chromogenic pNP enzyme substrate specifically designed to enable effective and accurate detection of enzyme activity. By utilizing this advanced substrate, researchers and professionals can perform a range of applications, including activity assays, enzyme inhibition studies, and substrate specificity profiling. This substrate's unique properties result in exceptional sensitivity and throughput, ensuring effective results for a wide variety of enzyme assays.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-3-O-(b-D-galactopyranosyl)-a-D-galactopyranoside is a superior chromogenic pNP enzyme substrate designed to deliver enhanced enzyme detection and outstanding assay performance. This cutting-edge substrate boasts excellent specificity, sensitivity, and stability, making it a powerful tool in the measurement of enzyme activity, substrate profiles, and inhibitor characterization. This premium substrate is perfect for researchers and professionals seeking reliable and efficient results for their enzyme-based investigations.

AquaSpark™ alpha-D-glucoside is a chemiluminescent substrate for thealpha-glucosidase enzyme, based on the AquaSpark™ technology. Uponhydrolytic cleavage by alpha-glucosidase, AquaSpark™ alpha-D-glucosideemits green light that allows for sensitive detection ofalpha-glucosidase activity in a variety of biological samples.In microbiology alpha-glucosidase probes are used for the detection ofSaccharomyces cerevisiae, Cronobacter sakazakii, Staphylococcus aureus,Enterobacter spp., Bacillus stearothermophilus and other species.

2-O-(4-Nitrophenyl)-a-D-N-glycolylneuraminic acid is commonly used to measure the activity of sialidase enzymes, specifically those that cleave glycoconjugates containing 2-O-(4-nitrophenyl)-alpha-D-N-glycolylneuraminic acid. The resulting product can be detected by measuring the absorbance at a specific wavelength using a spectrophotometer. This substrate offers a high degree of specificity for glycolylneuraminic acid-containing substrates and is useful for both research and diagnostic purposes.

6,8-Difluoro-4-methylumbelliferyl b-D-cellotetraoside is a chemiluminescent substrate for the detection of esterases. It is also used as an enzyme substrate in diagnostic applications and as a fluorogenic substrate in food testing. 6,8-Difluoro-4-methylumbelliferyl b-D-cellotetraoside has been shown to be an excellent ligand for use in immunoassays and can be conjugated to antibodies or antigens. 6,8-Difluoro-4-methylumbelliferyl b-D-cellotetraoside is chemically stable and has high purity and high quality.

2-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-a-D-galactopyranoside is a fluorogenic substrate that is used in enzyme assays. It can be used as a chromogenic substrate or conjugate with an enzyme to detect the presence of glucose.

Resorufin β-D-galactopyranoside is a non-fluorescent compound and is orange-yellow in color. It is hydrolyzed by the enzyme β-galactosidase (β-Gal) to yield fluorescent resorufin.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-(a-L-fucopyranosyl)-a-D-galactopyranoside is a chromogenic pNP enzyme substrate consisting of a fucose and galactose moieties. Upon enzymatic hydrolysis by specific fucosidases or galactosidases, it releases the highly chromogenic molecule 4-nitrophenol, which exhibits a distinct yellow color that can be monitored spectrophotometrically. This substrate is frequently used to study enzyme specificity, kinetics, and inhibition, and it plays a critical role in the investigation of carbohydrate active enzymes (CAZymes), the screening of enzyme inhibitors, and the development of novel analytical methods for the detection and quantitation of enzyme activities.

4-Nitrophenyl-N-acetyl-α-D-glucosaminide is a chromogenic substrate for N-acetyl-β-D-glucosaminidase yielding a yellow solution upon cleavage.

4-Nitrophenyl O-(N-acetyl-a-neuraminosyl)-(2-6)-b-D-galactopyranosyl-(1-4)-2-acetamido-2-deoxy-b-D-glucopyranoside is a fluorogenic substrate used in the detection of sialidase activity. It is also used as a chromogenic substrate in the determination of β -galactosidase activity.

Aldol® 458 phosphate is a chromogenic and fluorogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of phosphatase activity. The colorless enzyme substrate is cleaved by phosphatases secreted by bacteria grown in liquid media, yielding yellow color and green fluorescence. Aldol® 458 phosphate can also be used in assays involving phosphatase-coupled antibodies in immunoassay applications (ELISA). Aldol® 458 phosphate can be used under aerobic and anaerobic conditions.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-(2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-a-D-mannopyranosyl)-a-D-mannopyranoside is a fluorogenic substrate that is used as a diagnostic tool and can be used to detect the presence of β--glucosidase in the gut. It is also used as a conjugate with enzymes such as peroxidase or alkaline phosphatase for use in enzyme catalyzed reactions. The product has been shown to be active against a variety of bacteria, including Staphylococcus aureus and Escherichia coli. This product has been shown to produce chemiluminescence when incubated with horseradish peroxidase and hydrogen peroxide. This product is light sensitive and should be stored at room temperature away from direct sunlight.

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4-Nitrophenyl a-D-maltopentaoside serves as a substrate for enzymes functioning in carbohydrate metabolism, including α-amylase and maltase. Upon enzymatic hydrolysis, it yields a yellow 4-nitrophenolate product that can be easily detected and monitored spectrophotometrically. 4-Nitrophenyl a-D-maltopentaoside . This substrate is ideal for research purposes in fields such as biochemistry, enzymology, and glycobiology, providing an efficient tool for characterizing maltopentaoside-related enzymes and understanding their mechanisms of action.

Applications Glu-P2 is highly mutagenic in the Ames test. Studies have shown that broiled fish, fried beef, commercial beef extracts and protein pyrolsylates contain this mutagen. References Sugimura, T., et al.: Cancer, 49, 1970 (1982), Ohgaki, H., et al.,: Carcinogenesis, 5, 921 (1984), Mutation Research, 187, 99-103 (1987), Sugimura, T., et al.: Mutation Research, 290, 43 (1993), Eisenbrand & Tang: Toxicology, 84, 1 (1993)

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Luciferin-alpha-D-galactoside, sodium salt (LDA) is a bioluminescence substrate. It is used in diagnostic tests for the detection of bacteria and fungi. LDA is also used to measure the effectiveness of biocides and disinfectants. This product has been shown to be a potent fluorogenic substrate in chemiluminescent assays that can be used effectively with firefly luciferase.

Chromogenic substrate for alkaline phosphatase

Crimson-Gal (Crimson-beta-D-galactopyranoside) is a chromogenic indicator for beta-galactosidase activity. The colorless product is cleaved by lactose-utilizing bacteria in liquid media or on agar plates and yields a crimson colored precipitate. Crimson-Gal can also be used as detecting agent for beta-galactosidase activity in reporter gene assays or for identification of positive transformants on agar plates when using the α-complementation approach. Read more in the Application Notes.

Aldol® 467 beta-D-galactopyranoside is a chromogenic and fluorogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of beta-galactosidase activity. The colorless product is cleaved by lactose-utilizing bacteria grown in liquid or solid media, yielding yellow coloration and green fluorescence. Aldol® 467 beta-D-galactopyranoside can also be used in beta-galactosidase gene reporter assays or immunoassay applications (ELISA). Aldol® 467 beta-D-galactopyranoside can be used under aerobic and anaerobic conditions.

5-Octanoylaminofluoroscein di-b-D-glactopyranoside is a chemiluminescent substrate that can be used for the detection of peroxidase activity. It is a bifunctional substrate, which means it has two reactive groups: one at the 5 position and one at the 8 position. The 5-octanoylaminofluorescein reacts with hydrogen peroxide in a 1:1 ratio, emitting light at 490 nm. The 8-position amine reacts with 2,2'-azino-bis(3-ethylbenzthiazoline)6 sulphonic acid (ABTS) to produce an orange color product that acts as a chromogen. The substrate can be used in diagnostics, food testing, and enzyme substrates.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-4-O-(2-acetamido-3,4,6-tri-O-acetyl-2-deoxy-b-D-glucopyranosyl)-3,6-di-O -acetyl2 deoxy b D glucopyranosid e is a chemiluminescence substrate that reacts with hydrogen peroxide to produce light. It is used in diagnostics for the detection of bacterial and fungal cultures. The reaction between 4NPAA and hydrogen peroxide generates light at 540 nm. This product has been tested for purity and quality using various methods including culture media, environmental testing, bioluminescence, staining, fluorogenic substrate, enzyme substrate, food testing and conjugate.

Also known as Lapis-caprylate; targeting esterase with C8 activity; Blue color

Aldol® 470 nonanoate is a chemiluminescent substrate that can be used as a ligand for the detection of C8/C9-esterases, lipases activity, to result in an orange/green color. Aldol® 470 nonanoate has been shown to be active with horseradish peroxidase in a number of different assay systems. The purity and quality of Aldol® 470 nonanoate has been tested with culture media, environmental testing, bioluminescence, staining, fluorogenic substrate, chromogenic substrate, enzyme substrate, food testing and conjugates.

Bioluminescent substrate for cypridina luciferase

Chromogenic substrate for β-D-glucosidase. Yields a red precipitate upon cleavage.

Applications Labelled 3-O-Methyl-L-DOPA (M303815). 3-O-Methyl-L-DOPA is the major metabolite of L-DOPA via catechol O-methyltransferase (COMT). 3-Methoxy-L-tyrosine is neither a substrate for nor an inhibitor of L-amino acid decarboxylase activity. Inhibition of COMT enhances the anti-Parkinson activity of L-DOPA. References Soares-da Silva, P., et al.: Brain Res., 863, 293 (2000), Deleu, D., et al.: Clin. Pharmacokinet., 41, 261 (2002),

Aldol 518 Palmitate is a high purity and high quality, bioluminescent substrate for use in diagnostic applications. Aldol 518 Palmitate is an enzyme substrate that is used for the detection of hydrogen peroxide through chemiluminescence or bioluminescence. It can be used in the diagnosis of bacterial infections and to test food products for spoilage. The enzyme substrate has a CAS number of 646-12-2.

Remazol Brilliant Blue R D-xylan is a chromogenic substrate used for the detection and quantification of xylanase enzyme activity. This substrate consists of a xylan polymer backbone covalently linked to the Remazol Brilliant Blue R dye. Upon cleavage by xylanase enzymes, the dye is released, producing a vibrant blue color that can be easily measured spectrophotometrically. This substrate is widely used in various applications, including the study of xylanase-producing microorganisms, optimization of enzyme production, and evaluation of enzyme kinetics.

2-Naphthyl-β-D-galactopyranoside is a substrate for β-galactosidase. 2-Naphthol is released upon hydrolyzation. By simultaneous coupling with a suitable staining reagent, such as hexazonium p-rosaniline, the corresponding reddish-brown azo-dye is formed. Naphthols can also be detected by fluorescence analysis.

Aldol® 495 nonanoate is a chromogenic and fluorogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of lipase activity. The colorless enzyme substrate is cleaved by C9 esterases, yielding development of an orange coloration. In addition, green fluorescence is generated when Aldol® 355 fluorescence enhancer or a suitable matrix is present. Aldol® 495 nonanoate can be used in enzyme assays and live bacterial cultures. Aldol® 495 nonanoate is suitable for use in liquid and solid media, under aerobic as well as anaerobic conditions.

5-Acetamidofluorescein-di-(b-D-galactopyranoside), also known as C2FDG, is a fluorogenic substrate for beta-galactosidase that generates a green fluorescence after cleavage (Em ~520 nm). It is used in enzyme activity assays and in flow cytometry in animal, bacterial, and yeast cells.

2-Dodecylresorufin is a fluorescent probe that reacts with the hydroxyl radicals in the cell, which are generated by the enzyme superoxide dismutase. 2-Dodecylresorufin can be used to measure reactive oxygen species (ROS) and ROS-induced cellular damage. It is also used to study oxidative stress in vitro. The chemical structure of 2-dodecylresorufin contains a linker arm that provides a reversible linkage to the cell surface, allowing for extracellular measurements of reactive oxygen species (ROS). This compound has been shown to have high reactivity, making it useful for studying population dynamics and fluorescent techniques.

4-Nitrophenyl 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-a-D-glucopyranoside is a useful substrate for enzymatic assays. This high-sensitivity chromogenic pNP substrate offers enhanced selectivity and increased detection ability, allowing for a broad range of applications in the field of glycosidase research. Featuring rapid colorimetric readouts with easily detectable endpoint determination, this substrate delivers clear and accurate results every time.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-3-O-(2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-β-D-galactopyranosyl)-α-D-galactopyranoside is a chemiluminescent substrate that has been used in the detection of bacterial activity. It is used in the detection of bacterial activity through chemiluminescence and can be conjugated to an enzyme or protein for increased sensitivity. This product has been shown to have high purity and quality and is suitable for use in diagnostic applications.

2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl beta-D-maltotrioside, often abbreviated as CNP-G3, is a chromogenic substrate to detect and mesaure alpha-amylase activity. Evaluation and monitoring of alpha-amylase activity is important to help diagnose certain diseases such as pancreatitis.

2,4-Dinitrophenyl 2-deoxy-2-fluoro-β-D-glucopyranoside, sometimes referred as 2F-DNPG, is an enzyme substrate for measuring beta-glucosidase activity. It is a mechanism-based inactivator of glycosidases, including beta-glucocerebrosidase (Gcase), a lysosomal enzyme encoded by the GBA1 gene responsible for breaking down glucosylceramide into ceramide and glucose. The use of 2,4-dinitrophenyl 2-deoxy-2-fluoro-β-D-glucopyranoside as an enzyme substrate permits the study of the catalytic mechanism and reaction intermediate of these enzymes.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-alpha-D-galactopyranoside is a chromogenic substrate for alpha-N-acetylgalactosaminidase. Upon hydrolysis, para-nitrophenol is released yielding a yellowish colour. 4-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-2-deoxy-alpha-D-galactopyranoside is used in different applications such as the diagnosis of Schindler-Kanzaki disease and other lysosomal storage disorders.

2-Naphthyl 2,3,4,6-tetra-O-acetyl-b-D-glucopyranoside (NAG tetra acetate) is a chromogenic enzyme substrate commonly used in the detection of β-galactosidase activity. Upon hydrolysis by the enzyme, it produces a yellow product that can be detected by spectrophotometry or visually. It is frequently used in bacterial assays to monitor gene expression or as a tool for screening potential inhibitors of the enzyme.

4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-trans-feruloyl-alpha-L-arabinofuranoside is a chromogenic substrate for alpha-L-arabinofuranosidase. Upon hydrolysis, para-nitrophenol is released yielding a yellowish colour. 4-Nitrophenyl 2-O-trans-feruloyl-alpha-L-arabinofuranoside is used in different applications such as the Plant biomass analysis, bacterial arabinan degradation assays

L-Leucine-PAB-resorufin is a substrate for enzymes such as β-glucuronidase, α-glucosidase, and β-galactosidase. It is used in the diagnosis of bacterial infections and the detection of certain bacteria in urine and stool samples. L-Leucine-PAB-resorufin can be used to detect the presence of bacteria that produce β-galactosidase and/or β-glucuronidase by releasing resorufin from the substrate. This reaction produces a blue color in the presence of a fluorogenic substrate like fluorescein diacetate or fluorescein isothiocyanate. L-Leucine-PAB-resorufin is also used to detect bacteria that produce α-glucosidase by releasing fluorescamine from the substrate. This reaction produces a green color in the presence of a chrom

Fluorescein-dipalmitoylphosphatidylethanolamine triethylammonium salt is a fluorescent phospholipid derivative for phospholipase. This substrate consists of a fluorescein conjugated to DPPE (dipalmitoylphosphatidylethanolamine), a key component of biological membranes. This compound is frequently used in membrane dynamics studies and lipid metabolism research. The fluorescein moiety allows visualization of lipid interactions in model membranes, liposomes, or live-cell imaging applications. The triethylammonium salt form enhances solubility and stability, property that facilitates its use in aqueous and lipid-based environments.

Aldol® 518 myo-inositol phosphate is a chromogenic and fluorogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of phosphatidylinositol specific phospholipase C (PI-PLC, EC 4.6.1.13) activity. The colorless enzyme substrate is cleaved by PI-PLC positive microorganisms grown in liquid or solid media, yielding intense red color. In combination with Aldol® 355 fluorescence enhancer, red fluorescence can also be obtained. Aldol® 518 myo-inositol phosphate thus enables the detection and identification of various bacteria, such as, pathogenic strains of Listeria, Clostridium, Bacillus, and Staphylococcus species. Aldol® 518 myo-inositol phosphate is suitable for use under aerobic and anaerobic conditions.

Aldol® 515 N-glutaryl-L-phenylalanine amide is a chromogenic and fluorogenic enzyme substrate used for detection of L-glutamate-phenylalanine (GluPhe)-specific peptidase activity. The colorless enzyme substrate is cleaved the GluPhe-specific peptidase, yielding development of orange-red coloration. In addition, red fluorescence is generated when Aldol® 355 fluorescence enhancer or a suitable matrix is present. Aldol® 515 N-glutaryl-L-phenylalanine amide can be used in enzyme assays and live bacterial cultures. Aldol® 515 N-glutaryl-L-phenylalanine amide is suitable for use in liquid and solid media, under aerobic as well as anaerobic conditions.

Chromogenic substrate for esterase with C9 activity yielding a salmon colored precipitate upon cleavage.

2,4-Dinitrophenyl 2-deoxy-2-fluoro-beta-xylobioside, also known as DNFPX, is a substrate to study the activity of glycosidases. It is a derivative of xylobiose, which is a disaccharide composed of two xylose units. The 2-deoxy-2-fluoro modification on one of the xylose units makes the compound resistant to further hydrolysis by the enzyme, allowing it to be used as a reporter of enzyme activity. The 2,4-Dinitrophenyl group is used as a chromogenic group that enables rapid detection and measurement of the enzyme activity that can be quantitatively measured by monitoring the appearance of the yellow 2,4-dinitrophenyl group when cleavage of the glycosidic bond.

4-Methylumbelliferyl N-acetyl-alpha-D-neuraminic acid ammonium is a fluorogenic substrate for neuraminidase. After enzymatic cleaveage, free 4-methylumbelliferone (also known as hymecromone) is released, exhibiting blue fluorescence upon excitation with UV light. The strongest fluorescence of 4-methylumbelliferone requires deprotonation of the hydroxyl group (thus requires alkaline pH), with a maximal fluorescence intensity obtained with excitation at 350 to 370 nm and emission at 440 to 470 nm. The use of 4-methylumbelliferyl N-acetyl-alpha-D-neuraminic acid ammoniumas a substrate for measuring the neuraminidase activity is used for detecting the glycoproteins on the surface of influenza A and B viruses, as well as for sialidosis diagnosis.

2-Nitrophenyl 2-acetamido-3,4,6-tri-O-acetyl-2-deoxy-a-D-glucopyranoside is a chromogenic substrate commonly used in enzyme assays for the detection and quantification of enzyme activity. It is a colorless substrate that is enzymatically converted into a yellowish product, the intensity of which is directly proportional to the enzyme activity present in the sample.

4-Methylumbelliferyl N,N-diacetyl-b-D-chitobioside is a fluorogenic substrate for peptide hormones. It is used in vitro to study the polymerase chain reaction (PCR) of human serum and other biological samples. 4-Methylumbelliferyl N,N-diacetyl-b-D-chitobioside is an orally bioavailable prodrug that undergoes hydrolysis by esterases to release 4-methylumbelliferone, which is then converted into the fluorescent product methylumbelliferone by cellular esterases. This product can be detected using a fluorescence sensor with high specificity and sensitivity. The fluorescence signal generated by this product is proportional to the enzyme concentration and can be used as a biomarker for peptide hormone production or neuronal death.