Description

Ferredoxin is a crucial iron-sulfur protein that functions as a versatile electron transfer agent in biological redox reactions. Its primary commercial value lies in its role as a key reagent in enzymatic research, biochemical synthesis, and diagnostic assay development. This product is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and life science sectors who require high-purity electron carriers for metabolic studies and biocatalytic processes.

Application

• Enzymatic Research & Biochemical Assays: Serves as a critical electron donor/acceptor in studies of photosynthesis, nitrogen fixation, and steroid hydroxylation.
• Biocatalysis & Synthetic Biology: Used in in vitro reconstituted enzyme systems for the production of fine chemicals and pharmaceuticals.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Incorporated as a component in diagnostic tests and biosensors that rely on redox-based detection methods.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: A fundamental tool for investigating electron transport chains and energy conversion mechanisms in cellular metabolism.
• Pharmaceutical Intermediate Synthesis: Facilitates specific redox reactions in the synthesis of complex drug molecules.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Applied in research focused on plant metabolism and the development of bio-fertilizers.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ferredoxin
CAS No.	9040-09-9
Molecular Formula	Variable (Iron-sulfur protein)
Molecular Weight	Variable (Approx. 6-24 kDa depending on source)
Synonyms	Adrenodoxin; Ferredoxin (Adrenal); Iron-Sulfur Protein; [2Fe-2S] Ferredoxin; Electron Transfer Flavoprotein; FDX; ETFD; Adrenal Ferredoxin; Plant-Type Ferredoxin; Bacterial Ferredoxin; Fe-S Protein
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Ferredoxin is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high biological activity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific activity, and spectral properties. We adhere to relevant guidelines for research-grade biochemicals, ensuring suitability for sensitive applications in enzymatic and diagnostic work.

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 room temperature before opening to minimize condensation and moisture uptake. For best results, aliquot into single-use quantities to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Brownish-red to dark brown solid or solution
Identification (UV-Vis)	Characteristic absorption maxima at ~280 nm, ~330 nm, ~414 nm, and ~455 nm
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90% (Research Grade)
Specific Activity	Contact for details
Iron Content	2.0 ± 0.3 atoms per molecule
Inorganic Sulfide Content	2.0 ± 0.3 atoms per molecule
Protein Concentration	As per COA (typically 5-20 mg/mL)
Solvent/Buffer	Tris-HCl or Phosphate buffer, pH ~7.5

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