

See product citations (2)
QUICK LINKS
4-Nitrophenyl-α-D-glucopyranoside is a synthetic compound recognized for its pivotal role in biochemistry and molecular biology due to its unique properties. It is comprised of a glucose molecule linked to a nitrophenyl group, making it an essential tool in scientific research. This compound is particularly valuable for its use as an enzyme substrate, facilitating studies on enzyme-substrate interactions and the structural and functional analysis of DNA-binding proteins. It is instrumental in examining the mechanisms of proteases and kinases, and in the investigation of gene expression regulation. As a chromogenic substrate, it is involved in enzymatic reactions with glycosyltransferases and glycosidases, where it forms an enzyme-substrate complex that leads to the release of a yellow product, highlighting its role in the detection of glucansucrases, yeast, and the analysis of concanavalin A complexes′ crystal structure. Additionally, it serves as a substrate for enzymes like LYAG and Maltase-glucoamylase, further underscoring its versatility in research applications.
Ordering Information
| Product Name | Catalog # | UNIT | Price | Qty | FAVORITES | |
4-Nitrophenyl-α-D- glucopyranoside, 1 g | sc-281427 | 1 g | $93.00 | |||
4-Nitrophenyl-α-D- glucopyranoside, 5 g | sc-281427A | 5 g | $251.00 |