The advantages of using biotransformations over traditional chemical methods include:
- _Specificity_: High substrate specificity and product selectivity, especially in asymmetric synthesis. - _Mild Conditions_: Reactions typically occur at ambient temperature and pressure, reducing energy consumption. - _Green Chemistry_: Biotransformations often use water as a solvent and generate less hazardous waste. - _Scalability_: Enzymes and microorganisms can often be reused, making the processes cost-effective.
