Description
Hydrolyses the N-acetamido groups of N-acetyl-D-glucosamine residues in chitin.
Species
Amylomyces rouxii
Form
Liquid or Lyophilized powder
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 3.5.1.41
Molecular Weight
49.9 kDa
Purity
Greater than 85% as determined by SDS-PAGE.
Storage
Store at -20°C/-80°C upon receipt, aliquoting is necessary for mutiple use. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Buffer
Tris-based buffer, 50% glycerol
Reaction
chitin + H2O = chitosan + acetate
Notes
This item requires custom production and lead time is between 5-9 weeks. We can custom produce according to your specifications.