Description

Carnitine Acetyltransferase is a critical enzyme that catalyzes the reversible transfer of an acetyl group from acetyl-CoA to L-carnitine, forming acetylcarnitine and free CoA. This reaction is fundamental to cellular energy metabolism, facilitating the transport of activated fatty acids across mitochondrial membranes for β-oxidation. It is an essential reagent for researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and diagnostic industries, particularly for studies focused on mitochondrial function, metabolic disorders, and energy homeostasis.

Application

• Biochemical Research & Assay Development: A key component in enzymatic assays to study mitochondrial metabolism, fatty acid oxidation, and carnitine shuttle activity.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Used as a critical reagent in clinical diagnostic kits for the detection and quantification of carnitine, acylcarnitines, and related metabolic pathway enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Employed in drug discovery and screening programs targeting metabolic diseases, such as primary carnitine deficiency and disorders of fatty acid metabolism.
• Enzyme Characterization Studies: Utilized for kinetic studies, inhibitor screening, and understanding the structure-function relationships of acyltransferases.
• Nutritional & Metabolic Supplement Analysis: Applied in analytical methods to assess the bioavailability and metabolic fate of carnitine-based nutritional supplements.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carnitine Acetyltransferase
CAS No.	9029-90-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Carnitine Acetylase; Acetyl-CoA:L-carnitine O-acetyltransferase; CAT; Carnitine O-acetyltransferase; EC 2.3.1.7; Acetylcarnitine transferase; Carnitine acetyl-CoA transferase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Carnitine Acetyltransferase is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems. Each lot undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high specific activity, purity, and stability. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, purity, and specific activity is provided with every shipment, supporting research reproducibility and regulatory compliance.

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 equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (Activity)	Conforms
Specific Activity	≥ 50 units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	Contact for details
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Solubility	Soluble in buffer or water

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