Lipase from Candida rugosa
SIGMA/62302 - lyophilized, powder (fine), 15-25 U/mg
Synonym: CCL
CAS Number: 9001-62-1
EC Number: 232-619-9
MDL Number: MFCD00131509
Product Type: Chemical
biological source | fungus (Candida rugosa) |
form | lyophilized solid |
powder (fine) | |
InChI | 1S/C11H9N3O2.Na/c15-8-4-5 |
InChI key | QWZUIMCIEOCSJF-CHHCPSLASA |
mol wt | Mr ~67000 |
quality | lyophilized |
Quality Level | 100 |
specific activity | 15-25 U/mg |
storage temp. | 2-8°C |
Application: | Lipases are used industrially for the resolution of chiral compounds and the transesterification production of biodiesel. |
Biochem/physiol Actions: | Candida rugosa lipase is known to catalyze hydrolysis reactions, especially the production of ricinoleic acid. |
Biochem/physiol Actions: | Lipases catalyze the hydrolysis of triacylglycerols into glycerol and free fatty acids. |
Other Notes: | A highly stereospecific catalyst suitable for preparative resolution of racemic acids and alcohols; Stereoselective ester synthesis; Benzyl-alkyl transesterification under mild neutral conditions; Enantioselectivity of some lipases: Review |
Unit Definition: | 1 U corresponds to the amount of enzyme which liberates 1 μmol oleic acid per minute at pH 8.0 and 40 °C (triolein, Cat. No. 62314 as substrate) |
RIDADR | NONH for all modes of transport |
WGK Germany | WGK 1 |
Flash Point(F) | Not applicable |
Flash Point(C) | Not applicable |
activity | specific activity: 15-25 U/mg |
Storage Temp. | 2-8°C |
Enzyme Commission (EC) Number | 3.1.1.3 ( BRENDA | IUBMB ) |
UNSPSC | 12352204 |