2-Naphthyl caprylate is a chromogenic substrate for carboxylesterase and lipase. 2-naphthol is released upon hydrolyzation. By simultaneous coupling with a diazonium salt, the corresponding azo-dye is formed.

Naphthols can also be detected by fluorescence analysis, and can be used in a colorimetric assay for the extracellular lipase of Pseudomonas fluorescent B52.

Product Specifications2-Naphthyl caprylate Octanoic acid (β-naphthylester)Octanoic acid β-naphthyl esterβ-Nap-caprylate2-Naphthyl caprylate

MOLECULAR BIOLOGY GRADE

Formula: C₁₈H₂₂O₂

MW: 270.37 g/mol

Color/Purity: White to off-whitecrystalline powder

PubChem CID: 82494

Storage/Handling:Store at -20°C. Protect from light.

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