Compound Q&A
What is Cellulase (CAS: 9012-54-8)?
Answer
Cellulase (CAS: 9012-54-8) is a complex mixture of enzymes that catalyze the hydrolysis of cellulose into glucose. It belongs to the hydrolase enzyme family and is sourced from fungal or bacterial origins. Cellulase is widely used in industries for breaking down plant cell walls, with applications in biodegradation, biofuel production, and food processing.
About
CAS No
9012-54-8
English Name
Cellulase
Molecular Formula
C18H32O16
Molecular Weight
504.4 g/mol
SMILES
C(C1C(C(C(C(O1)OC2C(OC(C(C2O)O)OC3C(OC(C(C3O)O)O)CO)CO)O)O)O)O
InChIKey
FYGDTMLNYKFZSV-CSHPIKHBSA-N
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:08
