Description

Lysine-6-Aminotransferase is a specialized enzyme that catalyzes the transfer of an amino group, playing a critical role in lysine metabolism. This biocatalyst is essential for research and development in metabolic pathway engineering and the production of valuable biochemical intermediates. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, pharmaceutical research laboratories, and academic institutions focused on enzymology and amino acid synthesis.

Application

• Biocatalyst in Fine Chemical Synthesis: Used for the enzymatic production of chiral amines and other high-value intermediates in pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Metabolic Pathway Research: A key tool for studying and manipulating lysine catabolism and related biosynthetic pathways in microbial and plant systems.
• Enzyme Mechanism Studies: Employed in biochemical research to investigate transamination mechanisms and enzyme kinetics.
• Diagnostic Kit Development: Serves as a component in enzymatic assays for the detection and quantification of specific metabolites in clinical or food testing.
• Biotechnological Production of Amino Acids: Applied in engineered microbial strains to optimize yields in fermentation processes for amino acid production.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Lysine-6-Aminotransferase
CAS No.	9054-65-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	L-Lysine 6-Aminotransferase; Lysine ω-Aminotransferase; LAT; L-Lysine:2-Oxoglutarate 6-Aminotransferase; EC 2.6.1.36; 6-Aminotransferase, Lysine; Lysine Transaminase
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our enzyme products are manufactured and tested under controlled conditions to ensure high activity, purity, and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality assurance includes analysis for specific activity, protein content, and absence of contaminating proteases. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing assay results, storage buffer, and activity units is provided with each shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store at -20°C or below. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to avoid condensation. Aliquot reconstituted solutions to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or solution
Specific Activity	≥ [Value] units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	Contact for details
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Storage Buffer	Tris-HCl, pH 8.0
Stabilizers	May contain glycerol or BSA

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