A2771

α-Amylase from barley malt

Type VIII-A, powder

• Synonym(s): 1,4-α-D-Glucan-glucanohydrolase
• CAS Number: 9000-90-2
• Enzyme Commission number: 3.2.1.1 (BRENDA, IUBMB)
• EC Number: 232-565-6
• MDL number: MFCD00081319
• UNSPSC Code: 12352204

Properties

• type: Type VIII-A
• form: powder
• α-amylase activity: ≥1 unit/mg solid
• β-amylase activity: ≥1 unit/mg solid
• contains: lactose as extender
• greener alternative product characteristics: Waste Prevention: Greener alternative product characteristics; Learn more about the Principles of Green Chemistry.
• greener alternative category: Enabling
• storage temp.: 2-8°C

Description

General description

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Greener Chemistry. This product has been enhanced for waste prevention when used in starch ethanol research. For more information see the article in biofiles.

Packaging

Package size based on α-amylase activity

Unit Definition

One unit will liberate 1.0 mg of maltose from starch in 3 min at pH 6.9 at 20 °C.

Other Notes

View more information on enzymes for complex carbohydrate analysis at www.sigma-aldrich.com/enzymeexplorer

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS08
• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements: H334
• Precautionary Statements: P261 - P342 + P311
• Hazard Classifications: Resp. Sens. 1
• Storage Class Code: 13 - Non Combustible Solids
• WGK: WGK 1
• Flash Point(F): Not applicable
• Flash Point(C): Not applicable
• Personal Protective Equipment: dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves