Description

Xyloglucan-Specific Endo-β-1,4-Glucanase is a highly specialized enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of the β-1,4-glycosidic linkages within the backbone of xyloglucan, a key hemicellulose component in plant cell walls. This targeted activity makes it an invaluable tool for the controlled modification and analysis of polysaccharide structures. It is primarily utilized by researchers and industrial developers in the plant biology, biofuel, and food technology sectors. The product is supplied with a CAS number of 76901-10-5.

Application

• Plant Cell Wall Research: Essential for structural analysis of xyloglucan, studying its role in cell wall architecture, growth, and biomechanics.
• Biofuel Production: Used in enzymatic pretreatment strategies to selectively degrade hemicellulose, improving the accessibility of cellulose for subsequent saccharification.
• Food & Beverage Processing: Applied to modify texture and viscosity in products containing plant-based gums and fibers by specifically breaking down xyloglucan networks.
• Enzymatic Oligosaccharide Production: Generates specific xyloglucan-derived oligosaccharides (XGOs) for use as bioactive compounds or molecular probes.
• Pulp & Paper Industry: Investigated for targeted fiber modification to improve pulp beatability or paper strength properties with minimal damage to cellulose fibers.
• Diagnostic & Analytical Kit Development: Serves as a key component in assay kits designed for the quantitative measurement of xyloglucan content in various samples.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Xyloglucan-Specific Endo-β-1,4-Glucanase
CAS No.	76901-10-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Xyloglucanase; Xyloglucan Endo-β-1,4-Glucanase; Endo-β-1,4-Glucanase (Xyloglucan-Specific); XEG; Xyloglucan Hydrolase; β-1,4-Endoglucanase (Xyloglucan-Specific); Xyloglucan-Specific Cellulase; EC 3.2.1.151
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Xyloglucan-Specific Endo-β-1,4-Glucanase is produced and tested under stringent quality management protocols. Each batch is characterized for specific activity, purity, and absence of contaminating enzymatic activities to ensure reliable and reproducible performance in research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, protein content, and stability data is provided with every shipment.

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 desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake. For optimal activity retention, prepare working aliquots to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or clear solution
Identification (Activity)	Hydrolyzes xyloglucan specifically
Specific Activity	≥ [Value] units/mg protein
Protein Content (Bradford)	≥ [Value] %
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	Single major band
Contaminating Activities	Negligible cellulase, xylanase, β-glucosidase activity
pH Optimum	~5.0 - 6.0
Temperature Optimum	~40 - 50°C
Stability	Stable at -20°C for 24 months

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