Description

Trypsin Inhibitor I, Lycopersiconperuvianum is a highly specific serine protease inhibitor derived from the wild tomato species *Lycopersicon peruvianum*. This compound is critical for controlling proteolytic activity in sensitive biochemical and biotechnological processes. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the life sciences sector requiring precise enzyme inhibition for protein purification, cell culture, and diagnostic assay development.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific inhibitor in enzymatic studies to investigate trypsin and trypsin-like protease activity in metabolic pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Employed in downstream processing and purification of therapeutic proteins to prevent proteolytic degradation.
• Cell Culture & Tissue Engineering: Added to serum-free media formulations to protect cells from trypsin damage after subculturing.
• Diagnostic Kits: Serves as a key component in ELISA and other immunoassay kits to stabilize reagents and improve test accuracy.
• Proteomics: Essential for sample preparation in mass spectrometry and protein analysis to maintain protein integrity.
• Food Science Research: Studied for its potential role in plant defense mechanisms and as a natural preservative model.

Basic Information

Product Name	Trypsin Inhibitor I, Lycopersiconperuvianum
CAS No.	127384-53-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Lycopersicon peruvianum Trypsin Inhibitor I; LPTI I; Tomato Trypsin Inhibitor I; TTI I; Serine Protease Inhibitor from Tomato; Kunitz-type trypsin inhibitor from Lycopersicon peruvianum; Plant protease inhibitor PI-1; UniProtKB P01071 (ITL1_LYCPE)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Trypsin Inhibitor I is produced under stringent quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including activity assays and purity profiling, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and industrial applications. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity, activity (BAEE units/mg), and identity is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is kept in a dry environment and allowed to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Specific Activity	≥ 10,000 BAEE units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Moisture Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water and buffer solutions
Endotoxin Level (LAL)	< 1.0 EU/mg

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.