Description

Cytochrome P420 is a specialized heme protein, distinct from the more common Cytochrome P450, with the CAS registry number 9035-49-8. This compound is a critical biochemical reagent used in advanced research to study enzyme mechanisms, metabolic pathways, and protein-ligand interactions. It is essential for scientists and developers in pharmaceutical research, biotechnology, and academic biochemistry who require high-purity proteins for mechanistic studies and assay development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a model protein for studying heme protein structure, function, and electron transfer mechanisms.
• Enzyme Mechanism Studies: Critical for investigating the catalytic cycles and inactivation pathways of cytochrome enzymes.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Employed in in vitro systems to simulate and analyze specific biotransformation reactions.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a tool compound in drug discovery for assessing potential drug-enzyme interactions and metabolite formation.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Used in the development of specialized enzymatic assays and biosensors.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental reagent for laboratories focused on enzymology, bioinorganic chemistry, and toxicology.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Cytochrome P420
CAS No.	9035-49-8
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Cytochrome P-420; P420 Cytochrome; Inactive Cytochrome P450; Cytochrome P420 (microsomal); Ferrocytochrome P-420; Heme Protein P420; Microsomal Cytochrome P420
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cytochrome P420 is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including spectral purity analysis and activity assessment where applicable. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific purity, concentration, and spectral characteristics is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance and regulatory documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation. For short-term use, keep at 2-8°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark Brown to Red-Brown Lyophilized Powder or Solution
Identification (UV-Vis)	Complies (Characteristic Soret Band ~420 nm)
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	> 90% (Single Band)
Protein Content (Bradford)	> 95% of stated concentration
Solubility	Soluble in appropriate buffer systems
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/mg (for research-grade applications)

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