Description

Bowman-Birk Inhibitor CAS NO 37330-34-0 is a specific, potent protease inhibitor derived from soybeans, primarily targeting trypsin and chymotrypsin. This compound is of significant interest for its role in modulating proteolytic activity in biological and biochemical research. It serves as a critical research tool for scientists and manufacturers in the life sciences, pharmaceutical development, and nutraceutical industries.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a specific inhibitor to study the roles of trypsin and chymotrypsin in enzymatic pathways and protein digestion.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Investigated for its potential chemopreventive and anti-inflammatory properties in drug discovery programs.
• Nutraceutical Formulation: Incorporated into dietary supplements for its potential health benefits related to protease inhibition.
• Cell Culture & Proteomics: Employed in laboratory settings to prevent unwanted proteolytic degradation of proteins during cell culture or sample preparation.
• Enzyme Activity Studies: Essential for kinetic assays and mechanistic studies to determine the activity of serine proteases.
• Standard Reference Material: Serves as a high-purity standard for analytical method development and quality control in related product manufacturing.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bowman-Birk Inhibitor
CAS No.	37330-34-0
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	BBI; Bowman Birk Protease Inhibitor; Soybean Trypsin-Chymotrypsin Inhibitor; BBIC; Trypsin-Chymotrypsin Inhibitor (Soybean); BbCI; Bowman-Birk Type Trypsin Inhibitor
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Bowman-Birk Inhibitor is produced and tested under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity for research and development applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, activity, and other critical parameters. We support compliance with relevant industry standards for research-grade biochemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed tightly after each use to minimize exposure to air and humidity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Trypsin Inhibitory Activity	≥ [Value] TIU/mg
Chymotrypsin Inhibitory Activity	≥ [Value] CIU/mg
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 1.0%

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