Description

Ec 3.1.1.1 CAS NO 9016-18-6 is a high-purity enzyme preparation, specifically a carboxyl esterase. This product is essential for catalyzing the hydrolysis of ester bonds in a wide range of substrates, enabling critical biochemical transformations. It is a key reagent for research and development laboratories, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and industrial biocatalysis processes requiring precise enzymatic activity.

Application

• Biocatalysis & Chemical Synthesis: Used as a catalyst for the enantioselective hydrolysis of esters in the production of chiral intermediates for pharmaceuticals and fine chemicals.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Employed in metabolic studies, prodrug activation research, and the development of enzyme-based assays.
• Diagnostic Reagent Manufacturing: A component in the formulation of clinical diagnostic kits for measuring esterase activity or related biomarkers.
• Food & Flavor Industry: Facilitates the modification of fats and oils, and the synthesis of flavor esters under mild processing conditions.
• Biodegradation Studies: Used in environmental research to study the breakdown of ester-based polymers, pesticides, or other organic compounds.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Serves as a standard enzyme for method development, biochemical characterization, and enzymatic mechanism studies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ec 3.1.1.1
CAS No.	9016-18-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Carboxyl Esterase; Carboxylic Ester Hydrolase; Esterase; EC 3.1.1.1; B-Esterase; Aryl-ester Hydrolase; Liver Esterase; Pig Liver Esterase (PLE); Cholesterol Esterase; Triacetin Esterase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ec 3.1.1.1 is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch is tested to ensure consistent specific activity, purity, and stability. Quality parameters include assay by titration or spectrophotometric methods, protein content, and absence of specific contaminating activities. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term stability, consider storage at -20°C under desiccated conditions. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Protein Content (Biuret)	> 90%
Specific Activity	> XX units/mg protein
Assay (Titration)	90 - 110% of labeled activity
pH (in solution)	6.5 - 7.5
Loss on Drying	< 5.0 %

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