86247

Taka-Diastase from Aspergillus oryzae

powder, slightly beige, ~100 U/mg

• Synonym(s): α-Amylase from Aspergillus oryzae, Taka-Amylase A, 1,4-α-D-Glucan-glucanohydrolase
• Enzyme Commission number: 3.2.1.1 (BRENDA, IUBMB)
• EC Number: 232-588-1
• MDL number: MFCD00081319
• UNSPSC Code: 12352204
• NACRES: NA.54

Properties

• biological source: Aspergillus sp. (A. oryzae)
• form: powder
• specific activity: ~100 U/mg
• color: slightly beige
• storage temp.: 2-8°C

Description

Application

Taka-Diastase from Aspergillus oryzae has been used in thiamin extraction and conventional vitamin assay.

Unit Definition

One unit corresponds to the amount of enzyme which liberates 1 μmol maltose per minute at pH 6.0 and 25 °C (starch according to Zulkowsky, Cat. No. 85642, as substrate).

Other Notes

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

Safety Information

• Pictograms: GHS08,GHS07
• Signal Word: Danger
• Hazard Statements: H302,H334
• Precautionary Statements: P261 - P264 - P270 - P284 - P301 + P312 - P304 + P340 + P312
• Hazard Classifications: Acute Tox. 4 Oral - Resp. Sens. 1
• Storage Class Code: 11 - 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