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Medchemexpress LLC Pyruvate decarboxylase | 9001-04-1 | ≥1 U/mg solid | 60 kDa | 20 U

Supplier: Medchemexpress LLC HYP279620U
Pyruvate decarboxylase (PDC) is an enzyme that catalyzes the decarboxylation of pyruvic acid to acetaldehyde. It specifically catalyzes the non-oxidative conversion of pyruvate (or other 2-oxo acids) to acetaldehyde and CO2. This enzyme is a key component in alcoholic fermentation and is found in yeast, some bacteria, and various plants.
- Appearance: Solid
- Color: White to off-white
- EC Number: 4.1.1.1
- Unit definition: One unit converts 1 μmol of pyruvic acid to acetaldehyde per minute at pH 6.0, 25°C.
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