Description

Mutarotase is a highly specific enzyme that catalyzes the mutarotation of α- and β-anomers of aldose sugars, such as glucose, galactose, and xylose. This catalytic activity is essential for accurate sugar analysis in biochemical research and industrial quality control processes. It is a critical reagent for manufacturers and researchers in the pharmaceutical, food & beverage, and diagnostic industries requiring precise carbohydrate quantification and characterization.

Application

• Clinical Diagnostics & Biosensors: A key component in enzymatic assay kits for the precise measurement of blood glucose, galactose, and other sugars in clinical samples.
• Food & Beverage Analysis: Used in enzymatic methods to determine sugar composition and purity in products like honey, fruit juices, syrups, and dairy, ensuring quality and compliance with labeling regulations.
• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Facilitates the study of carbohydrate metabolism and is used in the development and quality control of sugar-based active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) and excipients.
• Biochemical Research: Essential tool in enzymology and carbohydrate chemistry research for investigating reaction mechanisms, enzyme kinetics, and anomeric equilibrium studies.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Employed in processes involving carbohydrate conversion and in monitoring systems for bioreactors where sugar substrates are utilized.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mutarotase
CAS No.	9031-76-9
Molecular Formula	N/A (Enzyme)
Molecular Weight	~78,000 Da (Approximate, monomer)
Synonyms	Aldose 1-epimerase; α-aldose 1-epimerase; β-aldose 1-epimerase; Glucose mutarotase; Galactose mutarotase; Aldose mutarotase; EC 5.1.3.3
EINECS	232-885-6

Quality Control

Our Mutarotase is produced and tested under strict quality management systems. Each batch is characterized for specific activity, purity, and stability to ensure reliable and reproducible performance in sensitive analytical applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing activity (U/mg), protein content, and purity is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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 dry environment before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (Activity)	Catalyzes mutarotation of D-glucose
Specific Activity	≥ 500 U/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0 %
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in buffer

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