Amylases

Cat. No.

A26271

CAS No.

34612-38-9

Maltotetraose

Synonyms: Amylotetraose; Fujioligo 450; α-1,4-Tetraglucose

Maltotetraose is a carbohydrate compound that serves as a substrate for enzyme-linked assays to measure amylase activity in biological fluids. Its primary biological activity includes the reduction of TNF-α-induced inflammatory responses through inhibition of NF-κB activity and decreased expression of ICAM-1. Additionally, maltotetraose inhibits PDGF-induced vascular smooth muscle cell migration and neovascularization. Its derivatives can also be utilized as probes for detecting bacterial infections by targeting the maltodextrin transporter, making maltotetraose a valuable tool in research related to atherosclerosis and inflammatory diseases.

Cat. No.

A69472

CAS No.

34620-76-3

Maltopentaose

Synonyms: Maltopentose

Maltopentaose is a substrate for α-amylases, serving as the shortest chain oligosaccharide. This compound is classified as maltodextrin and is instrumental in studies examining glycation and phosphorylation of α-lactalbumin. Additionally, maltopentaose facilitates the investigation of inhibition kinetics in human pancreatic α-amylase by compounds such as dehydrodieugenol B, making it valuable for enzyme kinetics and carbohydrate-related research.

Cat. No.

A69475

CAS No.

96597-16-9

Ethylidene-4-nitrophenyl-a-D-Maltoheptaoside

Synonyms: pNP-G7

Ethylidene-4-nitrophenyl-α-D-maltoheptaoside serves as a substrate for α-amylase, facilitating the assessment of enzyme activity. Upon degradation by α-amylase, along with auxiliary enzymes like α-glucosidase, it releases a chromophore that enables quantification of amylase activity. This reagent is particularly valuable in the diagnosis of pancreatitis and other related disorders.

Cat. No.

A74066

CAS No.

160611-47-2

Maltogenic amylase

Maltogenic amylase is an enzyme that targets maltoamylase, facilitating the hydrolysis of starch into shorter oligosaccharides. It exhibits significant biological activity in starch degradation and is instrumental in various biotechnological applications, including the food industry and biofuel production. Innovations in enzyme engineering enhance its reaction kinetics and substrate selectivity while allowing for activity modulation under varying pH conditions, enabling precise control in dynamic environments.

Cat. No.

A75132

CAS No.

9032-15-9

oligo-α-1,6-Glucosidase, Bacillus cereus ATCC7064

Oligo-α-1,6-Glucosidase from Bacillus cereus ATCC7064 is a hydrolase enzyme that specifically targets and hydrolyzes oligosaccharides containing α-1,6-glycosidic bonds. This enzyme catalyzes the exo hydrolysis of α-1,6-glucoside linkages from nonreducing ends of substrates such as panose, palatinose, α-limit dextrins, and isomaltooligosaccharides. Oligo-α-1,6-Glucosidase plays a crucial role in the degradation of starch and glycogen, complementing the activity of α-amylase in the complete hydrolysis of amylopectin. Its applications include studies of carbohydrate metabolism and enzymatic processes involved in starch breakdown.

Cat. No.

A87089

CAS No.

118291-90-0

G3-CNP

G3-CNP is a substrate for α-amylase, specifically designed to facilitate the monitoring of enzyme activity. Upon cleavage by α-amylase, G3-CNP generates 2-chloro-4-nitrophenol, which can be quantitatively measured at an absorbance of 405 nm. This compound serves as a valuable tool in enzymatic assays for the assessment of carbohydrate metabolism and related biochemical research applications.

Cat. No.

A90556

CAS No.

157381-11-8

Gal-G2-CNP

Gal-G2-CNP serves as a substrate specifically for the quantitative determination of novel amylase and pancreatic amylase activities. This galactopyranosylmaltoside compound provides a valuable tool for enzyme characterization and kinetic studies, enhancing the understanding of carbohydrate metabolism. Its application is crucial in the study of digestive enzymes, facilitating advancements in biochemical and clinical research.

Cat. No.

A92771

CAS No.

165522-16-7

2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl-β-D-maltotrioside

2-Chloro-4-nitrophenyl-β-D-maltotrioside is a chromogenic substrate that specifically targets α-amylase activity. It is utilized in bioluminescent and fluorescent assays, providing a valuable tool for the detection and quantification of α-amylase in various biological samples. This reagent is essential for studies involving carbohydrate metabolism and enzyme activity assays.