Description

Pediocin Sj-1 is a bacteriocin, a ribosomally synthesized antimicrobial peptide, known for its potent activity against Gram-positive bacteria, particularly *Listeria* species. Its significance lies in its application as a natural food preservative and bioprotective agent, offering a clean-label alternative to chemical preservatives. This product is essential for manufacturers in the food and beverage industry, as well as researchers in microbiology and food safety, seeking effective solutions for shelf-life extension and pathogen control.

Application

• Food Preservation: Used as a natural biopreservative in meat, poultry, dairy, and ready-to-eat products to inhibit spoilage and pathogenic bacteria like *Listeria monocytogenes*.
• Beverage Industry: Applied in fermented beverages, juices, and other liquid foods to enhance microbial stability and safety.
• Starter Culture Adjunct: Incorporated into protective cultures for fermented foods (e.g., cheeses, sausages) to improve safety and consistency.
• Veterinary and Animal Feed: Potential use as a feed additive to promote animal health and control bacterial pathogens.
• Biomedical Research: Serves as a model compound in studies of bacteriocin structure, function, mode of action, and genetics.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Explored for topical applications or in combination therapies due to its specific antimicrobial properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Pediocin Sj-1
CAS No.	147444-83-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Pediocin SJ-1; Pediocin SJ1; Bacteriocin Pediocin Sj-1; Anti-listerial bacteriocin Sj-1; Pediocin PA-1 (related class); Pediocin AcH (related class); Class IIa bacteriocin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Pediocin Sj-1 is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure consistent biological activity and purity. Each batch is characterized for its antimicrobial potency, typically measured against standard target strains. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA), detailing assay results and purity, is provided to guarantee the product meets your research or application-specific requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as indicated on the label. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under dry conditions to maintain stability and potency.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or lyophilized solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 90%
Biological Activity (AU/mg)	Defined range per batch
pH (Solution)	Defined range
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Endotoxin (LAL)	Contact for details

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