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ENZYME entry: EC 1.3.99.40

Accepted Name
carotenoid chi-ring synthase
Reaction catalysed
2 A + a carotenoid beta-end derivative <=> a carotenoid chi-end derivative + 2 AH2
Comment(s)
The enzyme, found in purple sulfur bacteria (Chromatiaceae) and some cyanobacteria, is involved in the biosynthesis of carotenoids that contain chi-type end groups, such as okenone, renierapurpurin, and synechoxanthin.
Cross-references
BRENDA1.3.99.40
EC2PDB1.3.99.40
ExplorEnz1.3.99.40
PRIAM enzyme-specific profiles1.3.99.40
KEGG Ligand Database for Enzyme Nomenclature1.3.99.40
IUBMB Enzyme Nomenclature1.3.99.40
IntEnz1.3.99.40
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MetaCyc1.3.99.40
Rhea expert-curated reactions1.3.99.40

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