Description

Lyase, Pectate is a specialized enzyme that catalyzes the cleavage of pectin and pectic acid via a β-elimination mechanism, producing unsaturated oligogalacturonides. This product is essential for processes requiring the controlled breakdown of pectin polymers, offering high specificity and activity. It is a critical reagent for industries focused on plant biology research, food texture modification, and the production of functional oligosaccharides.

Application

• Food & Beverage Processing: Used to clarify fruit juices, wines, and ciders by degrading pectin, reducing viscosity, and improving yield.
• Textile & Fiber Retting: Facilitates the retting process of plant fibers like flax and hemp by breaking down pectin in the plant stem.
• Plant Biology & Pathology Research: A key tool for studying plant cell wall structure, fruit ripening, and the mechanisms of plant-pathogen interactions.
• Biofuel Production: Assists in the pretreatment of lignocellulosic biomass by degrading pectin, enhancing the accessibility of cellulose for subsequent saccharification.
• Oligosaccharide Production: Used to generate defined, unsaturated oligogalacturonides for use as bioactive compounds or molecular standards.
• Wastewater Treatment: Can be applied in the treatment of pectin-rich agricultural or food processing waste streams.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lyase, Pectate
CAS No.	9015-75-2
Molecular Formula	N/A (Enzyme)
Molecular Weight	Varies by source and preparation
Synonyms	Pectate Lyase; Poly(1,4-α-D-galacturonide) Lyase; Pectin Lyase; Pectin Trans-Eliminase; Endo-pectate lyase; Exo-pectate lyase; Pectic acid lyase; Pectinase (specific activity)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Lyase, Pectate is produced and tested under a rigorous quality management system. Each batch is characterized for key parameters including activity (measured in units/mg protein), protein content, and absence of contaminating enzymatic activities. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, physical properties, and storage stability is provided with every shipment to ensure traceability and compliance with your research or process specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at 2-8°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept sealed in a dry environment to prevent loss of activity. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or clear solution
Identification (Activity)	Conforms
Activity	≥ XX units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ XX %
pH (in solution)	6.0 - 8.0
Contaminating Activities (e.g., Polygalacturonase)	≤ X %

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