Description

Killer Toxin (Pichia) is a recombinant protein toxin produced by the yeast *Pichia pastoris*, widely recognized for its specific antimicrobial activity. This product is essential for research and development in microbiology and biotechnology, offering a precise tool for studying toxin mechanisms and developing novel biocontrol agents. It is primarily utilized by academic researchers, pharmaceutical developers, and industrial biotechnologists working on antimicrobial strategies, protein engineering, and fermentation process studies.

Application

• Antimicrobial Research: Used as a model toxin to study mechanisms of action against specific bacterial or fungal strains in laboratory settings.
• Biocontrol Agent Development: Serves as a key component in R&D for novel agricultural or industrial biocontrol products.
• Protein Engineering Studies: Employed in research focused on modifying toxin properties, such as stability, specificity, or yield.
• Fermentation Process Optimization: Used in studies to optimize the expression and purification of recombinant proteins in *Pichia pastoris* systems.
• Cell Biology & Toxicology: Applied in assays to investigate cellular responses to toxin exposure and membrane interactions.
• Diagnostic Reagent Development: Potential use as a component in developing specific diagnostic assays for microbial detection.

Basic Information

Product Name	Killer Toxin (Pichia)
CAS No.	155980-87-3
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Pichia Killer Toxin; Killer Protein (Pichia); Recombinant Killer Toxin; Yeast Killer Toxin; Mycocin from Pichia; Antimicrobial Protein Pichia; K1 Toxin (Pichia); Pichia pastoris Killer Toxin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch is characterized for identity, purity, and biological activity using advanced analytical techniques. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for parameters such as protein concentration, purity by HPLC, and endotoxin levels are available upon request. We adhere to stringent in-house quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for research applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed tightly after each use to prevent moisture absorption. For short-term use, aliquots may be stored at 2-8°C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/Activity)	Conforms
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Protein Content (BCA)	≥ 1.0 mg/vial
Biological Activity	Contact for details
Endotoxin Level (LAL)	< 1.0 EU/µg
Solubility	Soluble in specified buffer

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