Description

Protease Inhibitor, Bacillus Brevis is a highly specific, low molecular weight peptide that acts as a potent and selective inhibitor of serine proteases. This compound is critical for controlling proteolytic activity in sensitive biochemical and biopharmaceutical processes, ensuring product stability and yield. It is essential for researchers and manufacturers in the biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and diagnostic sectors who require precise enzyme regulation.

Application

• Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing: Used to prevent unwanted proteolytic degradation during the fermentation, purification, and storage of therapeutic proteins and monoclonal antibodies.
• Diagnostic Reagent Formulation: Incorporated into diagnostic kits and assay buffers to stabilize enzymes and proteins, ensuring consistent performance and shelf-life.
• Biochemical Research: A vital tool for studying protease function, enzyme kinetics, and signal transduction pathways in cell biology and molecular biology laboratories.
• Cell Culture & Tissue Engineering: Added to cell culture media to protect cells and secreted products from protease activity released by cell stress or lysis.
• Food & Beverage Processing: Employed in specific applications to control endogenous protease activity that can affect texture, flavor, or clarity in final products.
• Sample Preparation: A key component of lysis and extraction buffers for proteomics and genomics to preserve the native state of proteins and nucleic acids.

Basic Information

Product Name	Protease Inhibitor, Bacillus Brevis
CAS No.	143846-20-2
Molecular Formula	C20H37N5O7
Molecular Weight	459.54 g/mol
Synonyms	Bacillus brevis Protease Inhibitor; BBPI; BbPI; Serine Protease Inhibitor from Bacillus brevis; Peptide Protease Inhibitor; 143846-20-2; Protease Inhibitor (Bacillus brevis); Low Molecular Weight Protease Inhibitor
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Quality Control

Our Protease Inhibitor, Bacillus Brevis is produced under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation, to ensure it meets high-purity standards suitable for research and industrial applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and microbiological data is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C in a dry environment. The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay (Enzymatic)	≥ 90% of labeled activity
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 10 EU/mg
Microbial Enumeration	Meets Ph. Eur. 2.6.12/2.6.13 criteria

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