Description

Nitrate Reductase is a critical oxidoreductase enzyme that catalyzes the reduction of nitrate (NO₃⁻) to nitrite (NO₂⁻), a fundamental step in the nitrogen cycle. This enzymatic activity is essential for research and industrial processes focused on nitrogen metabolism, environmental monitoring, and biosensor development. It is a vital reagent for biotechnology firms, environmental testing laboratories, and academic research institutions studying plant physiology, microbial ecology, and wastewater treatment.

Application

• Environmental Analysis & Water Quality Testing: Used in enzymatic assay kits for the quantitative determination of nitrate levels in water, soil, and agricultural samples.
• Biochemical & Biomedical Research: Serves as a key tool for studying nitrogen assimilation pathways in plants, algae, fungi, and certain bacteria.
• Biosensor Development: Incorporated as the biological recognition element in amperometric or colorimetric biosensors for real-time nitrate detection.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed in enzymatic methods to analyze nitrate and nitrite content in meat products, vegetables, and dairy.
• Agricultural Science: Used to assess nitrate reductase activity as an indicator of plant nitrogen status and metabolic health.
• Pharmaceutical Research: Potential use in studies exploring microbial nitrate metabolism relevant to human health and drug development.

Basic Information

Product Name	Nitrate Reductase
CAS No.	9029-27-0
Molecular Formula	N/A (Enzyme)
Molecular Weight	Varies by source (typically ~100-200 kDa)
Synonyms	NADH-Nitrate Reductase; Nitrate Reductase (NADH); Assimilatory Nitrate Reductase; EC 1.7.1.1; Ferredoxin-Nitrate Reductase; NRase; Nitrate Reductase A
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Nitrate Reductase is produced and tested under stringent quality protocols. Each batch is characterized for specific activity, purity, and stability to ensure consistent performance in your applications. We provide comprehensive Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing parameters such as activity units, protein content, and stability data. Our quality system supports compliance with relevant standards for research and in-vitro diagnostic use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to reach ambient temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption. Aliquot into working solutions to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or solution
Specific Activity	≥ [Value] units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	Contact for details
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Stabilizers	May contain glycerol or buffer salts
pH (in solution)	7.0 - 7.5
Activity Stability	Retains ≥ 90% activity after 12 months at -20°C

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