Description

Glycine β-Naphthylamide Hydrochloride is a specialized biochemical reagent, a derivative of the amino acid glycine coupled with a β-naphthylamide group. This compound is valued for its role as a chromogenic substrate in enzymatic assays, particularly for detecting specific protease activity. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, diagnostic, and life science research sectors who require precise and reliable substrates for biochemical analysis and quality control testing.

Application

• Enzymatic Substrate: Primarily used as a chromogenic substrate for the detection and quantification of aminopeptidase and other protease enzyme activities in biochemical research.
• Diagnostic Reagent: Employed in the formulation of diagnostic kits for clinical and veterinary applications to measure specific enzyme levels.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Serves as a key reagent in drug discovery and development for studying enzyme inhibition and mechanism of action.
• Microbiology: Utilized in microbial identification systems that rely on specific enzymatic profiles.
• Biochemical Assay Standard: Acts as a reference standard in the validation and calibration of enzymatic assay methods.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Applied in quality control labs to assess enzyme activity related to food processing and spoilage.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Glycine β-Naphthylamide Hydrochloride
CAS No.	1208-12-4
Molecular Formula	C₁₂H₁₃ClN₂O
Molecular Weight	236.70 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycyl-2-naphthylamide hydrochloride; 2-Naphthylglycinamide hydrochloride; N-(2-Naphthyl)glycinamide hydrochloride; Glycine-2-naphthylamide HCl; GNA HCl; L-Glycyl-β-naphthylamide hydrochloride; β-Naphthylglycinamide hydrochloride; N-Glycyl-β-naphthylamine hydrochloride
EINECS	214-904-5

Quality Control

Our Glycine β-Naphthylamide Hydrochloride is produced under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and diagnostic applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, assay, and impurity profiles are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality assurance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the container should be kept in a desiccated environment to prevent absorption of moisture, which may affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in specified solvent

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.