Description
Lipase, immobilized on Immobead 150 from Thermomyces lanuginosus, 10G
PROPERTIES
form
powder (or beads)
Quality Level
100
specific activity
≥3000 U/g
storage temp.
2-8°C
DESCRIPTION
Application
Lipases are used industrially for the resolution of chiral compounds and the transesterification production of biodiesel.
Biochem/physiol Actions
Lipases catalyze the hydrolysis of triacylglycerols into glycerol and free fatty acids.
Unit Definition
1 U corresponds to the amount of enzyme which liberates 1 μmol butyric acid per minute at pH 7.5 and 40°C (tributyrin, Cat. No. 91010, as substrate)
SAFETY INFORMATION
Storage Class Code
13 - Non Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 3
Flash Point(F)
Not applicable
Flash Point(C)
Not applicable
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves