Date published: 2026-3-28

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IDS Activators

IDS Activators can be defined as a class of compounds that enhance the activity of the enzyme Iduronate 2-sulfatase (IDS). The chemicals in this class engage in a diverse set of interactions and mechanisms to influence IDS activity, often by modulating pathways and processes related to IDS function. The IDS enzyme plays a crucial role in the degradation of glycosaminoglycans (GAGs) within the lysosome. Therefore, compounds that influence GAG metabolism, lysosomal function, or related cellular processes may serve as indirect activators of IDS. For instance, Mannose-6-phosphate, N-acetyl-D-glucosamine, Glucosamine, and Chondroitin sulfate are all involved in GAG metabolism and could indirectly affect IDS activity by modulating the levels of its substrate. Ascorbic acid also influences GAG metabolism and could potentially affect IDS activity in the same manner.

Moreover, other activators like Manganese(II) chloride, Trehalose, Resveratrol, Quercetin, Tauroursodeoxycholic acid, Pyridoxal phosphate, and N-acetyl cysteine have diverse actions that can enhance cellular metabolism, lysosomal function, and stress responses. These compounds can indirectly influence IDS activity by creating an environment conducive to its function.

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D-Mannose

3458-28-4sc-211180
sc-211180A
100 g
250 g
$103.00
$161.00
1
(1)

Mannose-6-phosphate is a key component in the targeting of lysosomal enzymes, including IDS. It can bind to the Mannose-6-phosphate receptor, facilitating the transport of the enzyme to the lysosome and potentially increasing its activity.

N-Acetyl-D-glucosamine

7512-17-6sc-286377
sc-286377B
sc-286377A
50 g
100 g
250 g
$94.00
$162.00
$306.00
1
(0)

It is a precursor of hyaluronic acid and can modulate GAG metabolism. By influencing the substrate availability for IDS, it could indirectly impact IDS activity.

D-Glucosamine

3416-24-8sc-278917A
sc-278917
1 g
10 g
$201.00
$779.00
(0)

Glucosamine is a precursor for glycosaminoglycans, and thus can potentially affect IDS activity by modulating the levels of its substrate.

Chondroitin Sulfate, Bovine

9007-28-7sc-203888
5 g
$94.00
1
(1)

Chondroitin sulfate is a type of GAG that could potentially increase the activity of IDS by increasing substrate availability.

L-Ascorbic acid, free acid

50-81-7sc-202686
100 g
$46.00
5
(1)

Ascorbic acid, or vitamin C, is required for the synthesis of collagen and certain neurotransmitters, and it can also influence the metabolism of GAGs, potentially affecting IDS activity.

Manganese(II) chloride beads

7773-01-5sc-252989
sc-252989A
100 g
500 g
$19.00
$31.00
(0)

Manganese is a cofactor for many enzymes, and while it is not known to directly activate IDS, it could potentially enhance its activity by supporting the enzymatic machinery in the lysosome.

D-(+)-Trehalose Anhydrous

99-20-7sc-294151
sc-294151A
sc-294151B
1 g
25 g
100 g
$30.00
$167.00
$260.00
2
(0)

Trehalose is a disaccharide that has been shown to enhance lysosomal function. This could indirectly increase the activity of IDS within the lysosome.

Resveratrol

501-36-0sc-200808
sc-200808A
sc-200808B
100 mg
500 mg
5 g
$80.00
$220.00
$460.00
64
(2)

Resveratrol is known to upregulate various enzymes involved in metabolic pathways, and it might also stimulate IDS activity indirectly by enhancing cellular metabolism and lysosomal function.

Quercetin

117-39-5sc-206089
sc-206089A
sc-206089E
sc-206089C
sc-206089D
sc-206089B
100 mg
500 mg
100 g
250 g
1 kg
25 g
$11.00
$17.00
$110.00
$250.00
$936.00
$50.00
33
(2)

Quercetin is a flavonoid that can modulate multiple signaling pathways and may enhance lysosomal function, which could indirectly lead to increased IDS activity.

Tauroursodeoxycholic Acid, Sodium Salt

14605-22-2sc-281165
1 g
$644.00
5
(1)

Tauroursodeoxycholic acid can improve cellular stress responses and contribute to enhanced lysosomal function, potentially influencing IDS activity.