Medchemexpress LLC Pectinase, aspergillus niger (EC 3.2.1.15) | 9032-75-1 | 50 G

Supplier:  Medchemexpress LLC HY12638650G

Pectinase (EC 3.2.1.15) is a mixed enzyme that hydrolyzes pectic substances. It is primarily found in microorganisms and higher plants and is involved in cell wall metabolism, cell growth, senescence, fruit ripening, pathogenesis, and the abscission process. This product is derived from *Aspergillus niger* fermentation.

• Effective temperature range 25-65°C
• Optimal operating temperature 50-60°C
• Effective pH range 2.5-4.5
• Optimal pH 3.3-4.0
• Activators: Ca2+; Mg2+
• Inhibitors: Cu2+; Fe3+
• Appearance: Solid, light yellow to light brown
• Enzyme activity: ≥35 U/mg solid
• Unit definition: amount of enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of pectin to produce 1 μg of galacturonic acid per hour using 1 g of enzyme powder or 1 mL of enzyme solution at 50°C and pH 3.5

Catalog No. 50-004-35833