Description

Maltose 1-Epimerase is a highly specific enzyme that catalyzes the epimerization of maltose, a key reaction in carbohydrate chemistry. This biocatalyst is essential for the precise modification and synthesis of oligosaccharides, enabling the production of specific sugar isomers with high selectivity. It is a critical tool for researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and food ingredient sectors who require advanced enzymatic solutions for carbohydrate engineering and analysis.

Application

• Biocatalysis for Oligosaccharide Synthesis: Used in the enzymatic production of rare or specific maltose isomers and other oligosaccharides for research and industrial applications.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Manufacturing: Employed in the synthesis of complex carbohydrate-based drug candidates, prodrugs, and diagnostic agents.
• Food & Beverage Ingredient Production: Applied in the development of novel sweeteners, prebiotics, and functional food ingredients through targeted sugar modification.
• Biochemical Research & Development: Serves as a key reagent in metabolic pathway studies, enzyme mechanism investigations, and carbohydrate analysis.
• Diagnostic Kit Formulation: Utilized in the assembly of enzymatic assay kits for clinical diagnostics and food safety testing that target specific sugar molecules.
• Enzyme Engineering Studies: Acts as a model enzyme for protein engineering projects aimed at improving stability, activity, or substrate specificity.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Maltose 1-Epimerase
CAS No.	166799-98-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Maltose Epimerase; Maltose 1-Epimerase; α-Maltose Epimerase; 4-O-α-D-Glucopyranosyl-D-mannose Epimerase; EC 5.1.3.-; Carbohydrate Epimerase; Oligosaccharide Epimerase; Sugar Isomerase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Maltose 1-Epimerase is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analysis to ensure high purity, specific activity, and functional consistency. We provide detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) that include data on activity units, protein content, and purity profiles. Our quality commitment supports applications requiring reproducible enzymatic performance in research and regulated manufacturing environments.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a dry environment before opening to minimize moisture uptake. For extended storage of aliquots, use airtight, light-protected vials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (Activity)	Conforms (Specific Epimerase Activity)
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Specific Activity	≥ XX U/mg protein
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 95%
pH (in solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Endotoxin (LAL)	< 1.0 EU/mg
Solubility	Soluble in appropriate aqueous buffers

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.