Biodiesel Lipase: High activity enzyme for producing fatty acid methyl ester (FAME) to make biodiesel.

Applications: include: Valorisation, Biofuels biodiesel production, enzyme immobilisation.

Background: Our high-performance biodiesel lipase is engineered to transform your production process—delivering cleaner conversions, higher yields, and greater operational efficiency. Designed for robust activity under a wide range of conditions, this enzyme enables efficient transesterification of oils into premium-quality biodiesel while reducing energy consumption and minimizing chemical waste. Unlike traditional catalysts, our lipase offers exceptional specificity, producing fewer by-products and simplifying downstream purification. The result? Lower production costs, improved sustainability, and a greener footprint for your operation. Whether you're scaling up or optimizing an existing facility, this biodiesel lipase is your key to smarter, more sustainable fuel production.

Reaction:

Triglycerides (fats & oils) → FAMEs + Glycerol

• Activity: 20 KLU / g *
• Certification: Biofuel grade & food grade.
• Appearance & density: Light brown liquid, 1.2 g/mL
• Total Protein: 5–10 % v/v
• Temperature range: 15–60°C
• pH range: 6.5–11.5
• Substrates: Fats / oils + Methanol / Ethanol
• Products: Glycerol + FAME
• Typical product dosage: 1–2% w/w
• Shelf Life & Storage: 12 months (see file for more information) 

* where 1 U is the amount of enzyme required to produce 1 umol of FAME from vegetable oil per minute under defined conditions.