Date published: 2025-10-15

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Chromogenic Substrates

Santa Cruz Biotechnology now offers a broad range of Chromogenic Substrates for use in various applications. Chromogenic substrates are specialized compounds designed to produce a visible color change when they undergo specific biochemical reactions, typically involving enzyme activity. These substrates are invaluable in biochemistry and molecular biology for assays that require quick and direct visualization of enzyme presence or activity without the need for advanced imaging equipment. By providing a simple, yet effective means of detecting enzyme activities, chromogenic substrates are widely used in research involving the study of enzymatic pathways, enzyme inhibition, and enzyme kinetics. They are particularly important in fields such as genetics, where they help in identifying gene expression through enzymatic markers, and in microbiology, for identifying bacterial colonies based on their enzymatic properties. Moreover, chromogenic substrates have a critical role in environmental science, facilitating the detection of specific contaminants and pollutants through enzyme-based assays. Their ease of use and the immediate visual feedback they provide make chromogenic substrates a staple in laboratories focusing on cellular and molecular research, providing insights into biochemical processes without the complexities associated with fluorescent or radioactive labeling techniques. This straightforward approach to monitoring enzyme activity has fostered their widespread adoption in non-clinical research settings, enhancing the understanding of numerous biological processes. View detailed information on our available Chromogenic Substrates by clicking on the product name.

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4-Nitrocatechol sulfate dipotassium salt

14528-64-4sc-238927
sc-238927A
sc-238927C
sc-238927D
sc-238927E
sc-238927B
100 mg
500 mg
5 g
50 g
250 g
1 g
$37.00
$105.00
$475.00
$3699.00
$18360.00
$196.00
2
(0)

4-Nitrocatechol sulfate dipotassium salt acts as a chromogenic agent, distinguished by its capacity to form colored complexes upon interaction with specific metal ions. Its sulfate groups facilitate strong ionic interactions, enhancing solubility and reactivity in various environments. The compound exhibits unique electron-donating properties, allowing for rapid electron transfer processes, which contribute to its distinct colorimetric changes in analytical applications.

4-Nitrophenyl α-L-rhamnopyranoside

18918-31-5sc-220983
sc-220983A
100 mg
500 mg
$268.00
$1025.00
(0)

4-Nitrophenyl α-L-rhamnopyranoside serves as a chromogenic compound, notable for its ability to undergo hydrolysis, releasing 4-nitrophenol, which exhibits a vibrant yellow color. This transformation is influenced by pH and temperature, affecting reaction kinetics. The glycosidic bond in the rhamnopyranoside structure provides specificity in enzymatic reactions, making it a useful substrate for studying glycosidase activity and facilitating the observation of colorimetric shifts in various assays.

Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine beta-naphthyl ester

20874-31-1sc-284910A
sc-284910
500 mg
1 g
$210.00
$300.00
(0)

Acetyl-DL-phenylalanine beta-naphthyl ester acts as a chromogenic agent through its unique ability to undergo selective hydrolysis, yielding beta-naphthol, which displays a distinct color change. The ester bond's susceptibility to nucleophilic attack enhances its reactivity, allowing for rapid reaction kinetics under specific conditions. Its structural features facilitate interactions with various nucleophiles, making it a valuable tool for monitoring enzymatic activity and assessing reaction dynamics in biochemical studies.

4-Aminophenyl β-D-Glucuronide

21080-66-0sc-209943
100 mg
$395.00
(0)

4-Aminophenyl β-D-Glucuronide serves as a chromogenic compound by engaging in specific enzymatic hydrolysis, leading to the release of 4-aminophenol, which exhibits a pronounced colorimetric response. The compound's unique structure promotes effective interactions with glucuronidase enzymes, enhancing its reactivity and enabling precise monitoring of enzymatic activity. Its distinct pathways and reaction kinetics make it a useful indicator in biochemical assays, revealing insights into metabolic processes.

N-CBZ-Glycyl-L-proline 4-nitroanilide

65022-15-3sc-208013
sc-208013A
100 mg
500 mg
$135.00
$480.00
(0)

N-CBZ-Glycyl-L-proline 4-nitroanilide acts as a chromogenic substrate through its selective cleavage by proteolytic enzymes, resulting in a vivid color change. The compound's unique N-CBZ protective group enhances its stability and solubility, facilitating efficient interactions with target enzymes. Its reaction kinetics are characterized by a rapid response, allowing for real-time monitoring of enzymatic activity, making it a valuable tool for studying protease dynamics and specificity.

2-Methoxy-4-(2-nitrovinyl)phenyl β-D-galactopyranoside

70622-78-5sc-216229
sc-216229A
250 mg
1 g
$131.00
$419.00
(0)

2-Methoxy-4-(2-nitrovinyl)phenyl β-D-galactopyranoside serves as a chromogenic substrate by undergoing specific enzymatic hydrolysis, leading to a distinct colorimetric shift. The presence of the nitrovinyl group enhances electron-withdrawing effects, promoting reactivity with glycosidases. This compound exhibits unique molecular interactions that facilitate selective binding, resulting in a measurable response that reflects enzymatic activity, thus providing insights into glycosidase kinetics and specificity.

1-Naphthyl-β-D-glucuronide sodium salt

83833-12-9sc-282181
sc-282181A
50 mg
100 mg
$194.00
$357.00
1
(0)

1-Naphthyl-β-D-glucuronide sodium salt acts as a chromogenic substrate through its selective cleavage by glucuronidases, resulting in a vivid color change. The naphthyl moiety enhances the compound's hydrophobic interactions, promoting effective enzyme-substrate binding. This substrate's unique structural features allow for rapid reaction kinetics, enabling precise monitoring of enzymatic activity. Its distinct chromogenic response provides valuable insights into enzyme behavior and specificity.

4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Cellotrioside

84325-18-8sc-216935
1 mg
$640.00
(0)

4-Methylumbelliferyl β-D-Cellotrioside serves as a chromogenic substrate, exhibiting a notable fluorescence upon hydrolysis by specific glycosidases. The 4-methylumbelliferone group facilitates strong interactions with the enzyme active site, enhancing substrate affinity. This compound's unique glycosidic linkage allows for selective cleavage, leading to a measurable increase in fluorescence intensity. Its rapid reaction kinetics enable real-time monitoring of enzymatic activity, providing insights into enzyme dynamics and specificity.

Naphthol AS-MX phosphate disodium salt

96189-12-7sc-215539
sc-215539A
sc-215539B
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
$57.00
$130.00
$217.00
1
(0)

Naphthol AS-MX phosphate disodium salt acts as a chromogenic agent, characterized by its ability to undergo specific redox reactions that yield distinct colorimetric changes. The compound's unique phosphate group enhances solubility and reactivity, facilitating interactions with various metal ions. Its electron-rich naphthol structure allows for effective electron transfer processes, resulting in rapid color development. This property makes it suitable for detecting subtle variations in chemical environments, showcasing its sensitivity and specificity in analytical applications.

Chlorophenol Red-β-D-galactopyranoside

99792-79-7sc-257242
sc-257242A
sc-257242B
sc-257242C
25 mg
100 mg
500 mg
1 g
$58.00
$180.00
$655.00
$1220.00
2
(4)

Chlorophenol Red-β-D-galactopyranoside serves as a chromogenic compound, notable for its selective hydrolysis by specific enzymes, leading to a vivid color change. The presence of the galactopyranoside moiety enhances its interaction with glycosidases, promoting efficient substrate conversion. Its unique structural features allow for rapid reaction kinetics, resulting in a pronounced colorimetric response that is sensitive to enzymatic activity, making it a valuable tool for monitoring biochemical processes.