Description

Lysine-2-Naphthylamide is a specialized biochemical reagent that serves as a critical substrate for enzyme activity studies. This compound is essential for researchers and manufacturers requiring precise detection and quantification of proteolytic enzyme activity, particularly aminopeptidases. It is primarily utilized in the life sciences, pharmaceutical R&D, and diagnostic kit development sectors for its role in colorimetric and fluorometric assays.

Application

• Enzyme Substrate for Aminopeptidases: Used as a chromogenic or fluorogenic substrate in assays to detect and measure the activity of lysine-specific aminopeptidases and related enzymes.
• Biochemical Research & Diagnostics: A key component in research kits for studying enzyme kinetics, inhibitor screening, and cellular protease functions in academic and industrial laboratories.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) platforms during drug discovery to identify potential therapeutic agents that modulate protease activity.
• Clinical Diagnostics: Can be formulated into diagnostic reagents for detecting specific enzyme markers associated with certain disease states or physiological conditions.
• Microbiology: Useful in assays designed to characterize bacterial or fungal proteolytic enzymes for identification and research purposes.
• Quality Control in Biotechnology: Applied in the QC testing of enzyme preparations and biopharmaceuticals to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lysine-2-Naphthylamide
CAS No.	4420-88-6
Molecular Formula	C16H19N3O
Molecular Weight	269.34 g/mol
Synonyms	L-Lysine-2-naphthylamide; Nα-(2-Naphthyl)-L-lysineamide; L-Lysine 2-naphthylamide; 2-Naphthylamide of L-lysine; Lysyl-2-naphthylamide; N6-(2-Naphthyl)-L-lysine amide; Substrate for Lysyl Aminopeptidase
EINECS	224-577-5

Quality Control

Our Lysine-2-Naphthylamide is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is analyzed to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the exacting standards required for biochemical and diagnostic applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and assay results is provided with every shipment to support your quality and regulatory documentation.

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 nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption, which can affect stability and performance.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in water

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