branched-chain-2-oxoacid decarboxylase EC#: 4.1.1.72; ChemWhat Code: 1381973
| Product Name | branched-chain-2-oxoacid decarboxylase |
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| Synonyms | alpha-keto acid decarboxylase, AlsS, BCKA, BCKAD, BCKDC, branched-chain 2-keto acid decarboxylase, branched-chain 2-oxoacid decarboxylase, branched-chain alpha-keto acid decarboxylase, branched-chain alpha-ketoacid dehydrogenase complex, branched-chain keto acid decarboxylase, branched-chain oxo acid decarboxylase, decarboxylase, branched-chain oxo acid, KDC, KdcA, MtKDC, THI3, thiamine metabolism regulatory protein, YDL080c |
| EC Number | 4.1.1.72 |
| CAS Registry Number | 63653-19-0 |
| Comments | Acts on a number of 2-oxo acids, with a high affinity towards branched-chain substrates. The aldehyde formed may be enzyme-bound, and may be an intermediate in the bacterial system for the biosynthesis of branched-chain fatty acids. |
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| History | |
| Reactions | (3S)-3-methyl-2-oxopentanoate = 2-methylbutanal + CO(2). |
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