capsanthin/capsorubin synthase EC#: 5.3.99.8; ChemWhat Code: 1383303
| Product Name | capsanthin/capsorubin synthase |
| Example Structure | ![]() |
| Synonyms | capsanthin-capsorubin synthase, CCS, CCS ketoxanthophyll synthase, Llccs |
| EC Number | 5.3.99.8 |
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| Comments | This multifunctional enzyme is induced during chromoplast differentiation in plants [1]. Isomerization of the epoxide ring of violaxanthin gives the cyclopentyl-ketone of capsorubin or capsanthin. |
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| History | |
| Reactions | (1) Violaxanthin = capsorubin. (2) Antheraxanthin = capsanthin. |
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