Date published: 2026-5-17

1-800-457-3801

SCBT Portrait Logo
Seach Input

Histone cluster 1 H2A Activators

Chemical activators of Histone cluster 1 H2A work through a mechanism of inhibition of histone deacetylases (HDACs), enzymes responsible for the removal of acetyl groups from the lysine residues on histone proteins, including Histone cluster 1 H2A. When HDACs are inhibited, the acetylation level of histones increases, which in turn affects the expression of genes by altering the structure of chromatin-the complex of DNA and protein in which the DNA is packaged within the nucleus of cells. Trichostatin A, Vorinostat, Panobinostat, Belinostat, Mocetinostat, Entinostat, Givinostat, Tacedinaline, and Scriptaid are all compounds that inhibit HDACs, thereby maintaining Histone cluster 1 H2A in a more acetylated state. This hyperacetylated state of Histone cluster 1 H2A is associated with a more open chromatin structure, facilitating access for transcription factors and other proteins that bind DNA and regulate gene activity.

Valproic Acid and Sodium Butyrate are also included among the chemical activators of Histone cluster 1 H2A, functioning through HDAC inhibition. The increase in acetylation of Histone cluster 1 H2A due to the action of these HDAC inhibitors leads to an environment that can promote the activation of certain regions of DNA. Romidepsin, while being a more selective HDAC inhibitor, performs a similar function in increasing the acetylation state of Histone cluster 1 H2A, which is a key player in the control of gene expression. The acetylation of histone proteins, including Histone cluster 1 H2A, is a dynamic process that plays a critical role in the regulation of DNA transcription. By sustaining the acetylated status of Histone cluster 1 H2A, these chemical activators can influence the architecture of chromatin and thus the function of the genes within those regions.

SEE ALSO...

Items 1 to 10 of 12 total

Display:

Product NameCAS #Catalog #QUANTITYPriceCitationsRATING

Trichostatin A

58880-19-6sc-3511
sc-3511A
sc-3511B
sc-3511C
sc-3511D
1 mg
5 mg
10 mg
25 mg
50 mg
$152.00
$479.00
$632.00
$1223.00
$2132.00
33
(3)

Trichostatin A inhibits histone deacetylases (HDACs). Inhibition of HDACs leads to an increase in the acetylation of histone proteins, including Histone cluster 1 H2A, resulting in the activation of its chromatin-modifying functions.

Sodium Butyrate

156-54-7sc-202341
sc-202341B
sc-202341A
sc-202341C
250 mg
5 g
25 g
500 g
$31.00
$47.00
$84.00
$222.00
19
(3)

Sodium Butyrate functions as an HDAC inhibitor. By inhibiting HDAC activity, it causes hyperacetylation of histones, including Histone cluster 1 H2A, which leads to the activation of transcriptional processes associated with the histone.

Suberoylanilide Hydroxamic Acid

149647-78-9sc-220139
sc-220139A
100 mg
500 mg
$133.00
$275.00
37
(2)

Vorinostat, also known as SAHA, is an HDAC inhibitor that increases acetylation levels of histones such as Histone cluster 1 H2A, thereby activating its role in chromatin remodeling and gene expression regulation.

Panobinostat

404950-80-7sc-208148
10 mg
$200.00
9
(1)

Panobinostat is an HDAC inhibitor. By preventing deacetylation, it ensures Histone cluster 1 H2A remains acetylated, activating its function in chromatin structure alteration and transcriptional activation.

Valproic Acid

99-66-1sc-213144
10 g
$87.00
9
(1)

Valproic Acid acts as an HDAC inhibitor. This increases the acetylation state of histones including Histone cluster 1 H2A, leading to activation of its function in transcription regulation.

Romidepsin

128517-07-7sc-364603
sc-364603A
1 mg
5 mg
$218.00
$634.00
1
(1)

Romidepsin is a selective HDAC inhibitor. It enhances the acetylation of Histone cluster 1 H2A, which is a mechanism that activates the histone's role in gene expression.

Belinostat

414864-00-9sc-269851
sc-269851A
10 mg
100 mg
$156.00
$572.00
(1)

Belinostat inhibits HDACs, thus increasing the acetylation and subsequent activation of histone proteins, including Histone cluster 1 H2A, affecting chromatin structure and function.

Mocetinostat

726169-73-9sc-364539
sc-364539B
sc-364539A
5 mg
10 mg
50 mg
$214.00
$247.00
$1463.00
2
(1)

Mocetinostat is an HDAC inhibitor that promotes the acetylation and activation of Histone cluster 1 H2A, which plays a pivotal role in the regulation of chromatin dynamics and transcription.

MS-275

209783-80-2sc-279455
sc-279455A
sc-279455B
1 mg
5 mg
25 mg
$24.00
$90.00
$212.00
24
(2)

Entinostat selectively inhibits class I HDACs, leading to the hyperacetylation and activation of Histone cluster 1 H2A, which is essential for transcriptional activation and chromatin organization.

ITF2357

732302-99-7sc-364513
sc-364513A
5 mg
50 mg
$340.00
$1950.00
(0)

Givinostat, an HDAC inhibitor, activates Histone cluster 1 H2A by increasing its acetylation status, which affects transcriptional regulation and chromatin architecture.