Description
Tannase catalyzes the hydrolysis of tannic acid to produce gallic acid and glucose.
Abbr
Tannase, Native (Aspergillus oryzae)
Source
Aspergillus oryzae
Appearance
Grayish brown - brown, crystals - powder
Enzyme Commission Number
EC 3.1.1.20
Molecular Weight
about 200,000
Unit Definition
One unit is defined as the amount of enzyme required to hydrolyze ester bonds of 1 micro-mol of Tannic acid at 30 degrees C and pH 5.5.
Optimum temperature
30 - 40 degrees C
Storage
Keep at 2-10 degrees C.
Synonyms
tannase; 9025-71-2; Tannin acyl Hydrolase