Description

Cytochrome C-555 is a highly purified, heme-containing protein belonging to the cytochrome family, identified by CAS NO 9048-79-7. It serves as a critical electron transfer agent in biological redox systems, valued for its stability and specific spectral properties. This biochemical is essential for research and development in the life sciences, pharmaceutical, and biotechnology industries, where it is used as a standard, a reagent, and a model system for studying electron transport mechanisms.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard reference material in spectroscopic studies and enzyme kinetics research.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in the study of mitochondrial function, apoptosis, and as a component in diagnostic assay development.
• Enzyme & Metabolic Studies: Serves as an electron donor or acceptor in in vitro studies of respiratory chain complexes and oxidoreductases.
• Diagnostic Kits: Incorporated as a key component in clinical diagnostic kits for measuring specific enzymatic activities.
• Cell Biology: Utilized in studies of cellular energy metabolism and oxidative stress pathways.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: A fundamental tool for universities and biotech companies investigating bioenergetics and protein chemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cytochrome C-555
CAS No.	9048-79-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	~12,000 - 14,000 Da (Approx.)
Synonyms	Cytochrome C555; Cytochrome c-555; Ferrocytochrome c-555; Cytochrome C (Type V); Cytochrome C from Microbial Source; Electron Transfer Protein; Heme Protein C-555
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cytochrome C-555 is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research applications. Each lot is characterized for identity, purity, and biological activity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specifications such as assay, spectral purity ratio (A550(red)/A280), and solubility is provided with every shipment to guarantee it meets your experimental requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store desiccated at -20°C or below. This product is easily oxidized; for optimal results, handle under an inert atmosphere when preparing solutions and store aliquots under recommended conditions to maintain activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Dark red to brown lyophilized powder
Identification (IR / UV-Vis)	Conforms to Standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Spectral Purity Ratio (A550/A280)	≥ 4.0 (Reduced form)
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Solubility	Soluble in water or buffer
Moisture Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%

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