Description

Ec 2.7.1.40 is a high-purity enzyme preparation, specifically pyruvate kinase, which is essential for catalyzing a key step in glycolysis. This product is critical for research and industrial applications requiring precise and efficient biocatalysis. It is primarily utilized by the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic reagent manufacturing sectors for enzymatic assays, metabolic studies, and bioprocess development.

Application

• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A key component in clinical chemistry kits for the determination of ATP, ADP, pyruvate, and related metabolites.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a critical reagent in enzymatic assays and metabolic pathway studies within academic and R&D laboratories.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in enzymatic synthesis and as a tool enzyme for screening and validation in drug discovery processes.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Applied in enzymatic methods for the quality control and analysis of food products.
• Industrial Biocatalysis: Potential use in specialized synthetic pathways requiring the transfer of phosphate groups from phosphoenolpyruvate.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ec 2.7.1.40
CAS No.	9001-59-6
Molecular Formula	N/A (Enzyme)
Molecular Weight	Varies by source and isoform
Synonyms	Pyruvate Kinase; ATP:pyruvate 2-O-phosphotransferase; PK; Phosphoenolpyruvate Kinase; Pyruvic Kinase; Pyruvate Phosphotransferase; EC 2.7.1.40
EINECS	232-625-6

Quality Control

Our Ec 2.7.1.40 is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each lot is characterized for critical parameters including specific activity, purity, and stability to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Keep the product under the recommended conditions to maintain optimal enzymatic activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (Activity)	Conforms
Specific Activity	≥ 150-400 units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	Contact for details
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
pH (in solution)	7.0 - 7.5
Stability	Stable for 12 months at -20°C

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