Cellulase is used for protoplast preparations. This enzyme shows a very high filter paper decomposing activity, as well as, appreciable xylanase and hemicellulase activity. It is an effective enzyme for use with pectolyase Y-23 for plant cell wall removal. It has been used in a study to assess the differential regulation of the cellulase transcription factors XYR1, ACE2, and ACE. It has also been used in a study to investigate the liquefaction of hydrothermally pretreated wheat straw at high-solids content.
Format: Powder
Source: Trichoderma viride
Specific Activity: Greater than 16,000 u/g filter paper decomposing activity (as determined by modified Toyama's assay method)
Key Applications: Protoplast preparation