Description

Dihydroxyacetone Reductase From Dunaliella Parva is a highly specific enzyme that catalyzes the reduction of dihydroxyacetone (DHA) to glycerol. This biochemical activity is critical for metabolic research and industrial biocatalysis, particularly in pathways involving glycerol metabolism and osmolyte synthesis. It is an essential reagent for biochemists, enzymologists, and process developers in the pharmaceutical, biofuel, and fine chemical synthesis sectors.

Application

• Enzymatic Research & Assay Development: Used as a standard enzyme for studying glycerol metabolism, enzyme kinetics, and inhibitor screening.
• Biocatalyst for Fine Chemical Synthesis: Employed in the stereoselective synthesis of glycerol derivatives and other chiral intermediates.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A key tool for investigating and validating the methylglyoxal pathway and stress response mechanisms in algae and other organisms.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Serves as a component in enzymatic assay kits for clinical and research laboratories measuring glycerol or related metabolites.
• Biofuel Research: Utilized in studies aimed at optimizing microbial production of glycerol and its conversion to value-added chemicals.
• Educational & Training Purposes: Supplied to academic institutions for practical biochemistry and molecular biology courses.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dihydroxyacetone Reductase From Dunaliella Parva
CAS No.	52652-65-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	DHA Reductase; Glycerone Reductase; Dihydroxyacetone Reductase (Dunaliella); NADPH-Dihydroxyacetone Reductase; Dunaliella parva DHA Reductase; EC 1.1.1.-; Glycerol Dehydrogenase (DHA-specific); Osmolyte Synthesis Enzyme
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our enzyme preparations undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure high specific activity, purity, and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through assays for protein content, enzymatic activity (U/mg), and absence of contaminating activities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific activity, storage buffer, and stability data is provided with each shipment to support your research and development requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store frozen at -20°C or below. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Clear to slightly opalescent solution
Protein Concentration	≥ 1.0 mg/mL
Specific Activity	≥ 10 units/mg protein
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Identification (Activity)	Conforms (Catalyzes NADPH-dependent DHA reduction)
pH	7.0 - 7.5
Buffer	50 mM Tris-HCl, 1 mM DTT, 50% Glycerol
Biological Source	Recombinant expression in E. coli or native Dunaliella parva

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