Date published: 2025-11-27

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beta-glucosidase Substrates

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of beta-glucosidase Substrates for use in various applications. Beta-glucosidase substrates are vital tools in scientific research, particularly in the study of enzymatic activity, carbohydrate metabolism, and glycoside hydrolysis. Beta-glucosidase is an enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of beta-glucosides into glucose and other simpler sugars, a process essential for the degradation of complex carbohydrates in various organisms, including plants, fungi, and bacteria. By utilizing specific beta-glucosidase substrates, researchers can measure and monitor the activity of this enzyme under different conditions, enabling them to explore the enzyme's role in various biological processes. These substrates are commonly used in biochemical assays to study enzyme kinetics, substrate specificity, and the effects of inhibitors or activators on beta-glucosidase activity. In plant biology, beta-glucosidase substrates are employed to investigate the role of this enzyme in plant defense mechanisms, where it helps release bioactive compounds that protect against pathogens. Additionally, in industrial applications, these substrates are crucial for optimizing the enzymatic breakdown of biomass into fermentable sugars, a key step in biofuel production. The availability of a wide range of beta-glucosidase substrates allows researchers to design experiments tailored to their specific research needs, advancing our understanding of carbohydrate metabolism, enzyme function, and the potential applications of these processes in biotechnology and sustainable energy production. View detailed information on our available beta-glucosidase Substrates by clicking on the product name.
Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

4-Methylumbelliferyl-β-D-glucopyranoside

18997-57-4sc-280455
sc-280455A
sc-280455B
sc-280455C
1 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
$153.00
$265.00
$459.00
$1758.00
(1)

4-Methylumbelliferyl-β-D-glucopyranoside acts as a beta-glucosidase substrate, characterized by its fluorescent properties that facilitate real-time monitoring of enzymatic activity. The compound's glucopyranoside moiety enhances its affinity for the enzyme, promoting effective hydrolysis. Its unique structure allows for specific interactions with active site residues, influencing reaction rates and providing insights into glycosidic bond cleavage mechanisms in carbohydrate biochemistry.

D-Cellobiose

528-50-7sc-280654
sc-280654A
5 g
25 g
$45.00
$110.00
1
(1)

D-Cellobiose serves as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, featuring a disaccharide structure that promotes specific enzyme interactions. Its unique configuration allows for efficient binding at the active site, enhancing hydrolytic activity. The compound's dual glucose units facilitate distinct reaction pathways, influencing kinetic parameters such as turnover number and substrate affinity. This specificity aids in elucidating the mechanisms of cellulose degradation and carbohydrate metabolism.

Linamarin

554-35-8sc-203439
50 mg
$262.00
5
(1)

Linamarin is a cyanogenic glycoside that acts as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, showcasing a unique structural arrangement that enables selective enzyme recognition. Its specific glycosidic bond configuration allows for effective hydrolysis, leading to the release of glucose and toxic hydrogen cyanide. The compound's reactivity is influenced by its stereochemistry, which affects the enzyme's catalytic efficiency and reaction kinetics, providing insights into plant defense mechanisms and metabolic pathways.

4-Nitrophenyl-β-D- glucopyranoside

2492-87-7sc-281429
sc-281429A
sc-281429B
sc-281429C
2 g
5 g
25 g
100 g
$194.00
$219.00
$520.00
$1846.00
(1)

4-Nitrophenyl-β-D-glucopyranoside serves as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, characterized by its nitrophenyl group that enhances the compound's electrophilicity. This unique feature facilitates the enzyme's hydrolytic activity, resulting in the release of glucose and a nitrophenol byproduct. The compound's structural properties influence the enzyme's binding affinity and catalytic turnover, offering insights into glycosidic bond cleavage mechanisms and enzyme specificity in carbohydrate metabolism.

5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl β-D-glucopyranoside

15548-60-4sc-221009
sc-221009A
5 mg
25 mg
$151.00
$491.00
(0)

5-Bromo-4-chloro-3-indolyl β-D-glucopyranoside acts as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, distinguished by its indolyl moiety that contributes to unique steric and electronic properties. This structure enhances enzyme-substrate interactions, promoting efficient hydrolysis. The compound's specific configuration influences reaction kinetics, allowing for detailed studies of glycosidic bond dynamics and enzyme selectivity in carbohydrate processing, revealing intricate pathways of enzymatic catalysis.

D-(−)-Salicin

138-52-3sc-218004
5 g
$58.00
(0)

D-(-)-Salicin serves as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, characterized by its phenolic structure that facilitates hydrogen bonding and hydrophobic interactions with the enzyme's active site. This interaction enhances the enzyme's catalytic efficiency, leading to rapid hydrolysis of glycosidic bonds. The compound's stereochemistry plays a crucial role in modulating reaction rates, providing insights into the specificity and mechanisms of glycosidic bond cleavage in carbohydrate metabolism.

4-(Trifluoromethyl)umbelliferyl-β-D-glucopyranoside

116981-86-3sc-220918
sc-220918A
5 mg
10 mg
$190.00
$340.00
(0)

4-(Trifluoromethyl)umbelliferyl-β-D-glucopyranoside acts as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, featuring a unique trifluoromethyl group that influences electronic properties and steric hindrance. This modification enhances the compound's affinity for the enzyme, promoting effective substrate binding. The umbelliferone moiety contributes to fluorescence, allowing for real-time monitoring of enzymatic activity. Its distinct structural characteristics facilitate insights into enzyme kinetics and substrate specificity in glycoside hydrolysis.

Naphthol AS-BI β-D-galactopyranoside

51349-63-4sc-222039
sc-222039A
250 mg
2 g
$228.00
$587.00
(0)

Naphthol AS-BI β-D-galactopyranoside serves as a substrate for beta-glucosidase, characterized by its naphthol structure that enhances hydrophobic interactions with the enzyme. This compound exhibits unique reaction kinetics, with a notable rate of hydrolysis influenced by its glycosidic bond configuration. The presence of the β-D-galactopyranoside moiety allows for selective enzyme recognition, providing insights into substrate specificity and catalytic efficiency in glycosidic bond cleavage.