Application
Degradation of Chondroitin sulfate-containing tissue such as extracellular matrices and cartilage Neural regeneration research Eliminative degradation of all forms of Chondroitin sulfate: A, B and C Quantitation of glucosaminoglycans (mucopolysaccharides)
Compatibility
pH optimum: pH 8.0 (chondroitin sulfate) pH 6.8 (hyaluronic acid)Temperature optimum: 37 °CActivator: 0.05 M acetate Inhibitors: 1 mM Zn2+ Ni2+, Fe2+ and Cu2+
Components
Non active Ingredients: Hepes-Sodium salt, NaCl, Trehalose, Imidazole, Glycerol, Water
Features and Benefits
Low Endotoxin BSA Free Recombinant Endolytic component only, does not contain exolytic enzyme. Compatible with chondroitin 4-sulfate, chondroitin 6-sulfate, and dermatan sulfate, and acts slowly on hyaluronate
General description
Chondroitinase ABC is a lyase with specificity toward chondroitin sulfates and dermatan sulfates - with some minor activity toward hyaluronan. This recombinant version only contains the endolytic chondroitinase, meaning it will not digest the non-reducing ends of proteoglycan substrates. It targets β-(1,4)-linkages between N-acetylgalactosamine and either D-glucuronic acid or L-iduronic acid. The product of digestion is a mixture of δ 4-unsaturated tetra- and di-saccharides.
Other Notes
This product is for R&D use only. Not for drug, household, or other uses. Please consult the SafetyData Sheet for information regarding hazards and safe handling practices.
Storage and Stability
Store the product at -70 °C. When stored unopened at -70 °C, the buffer is stable for at least two years.
Unit Definition
1 unit will liberate 1.0 µmole of unsaturated disaccharides per min at pH 8.0 at 37 °C, using chondroitin sulfate from shark cartilage (C4384) as substrate.
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