Description

Galactose Permease is a specialized membrane transport protein that facilitates the selective uptake of galactose into cells. This compound is of significant value in biochemical research and industrial biotechnology for studying sugar transport mechanisms and membrane protein function. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and biotechnology companies working on metabolic engineering, drug discovery targeting membrane transporters, and the production of high-value biochemicals.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A critical tool for studying the kinetics, structure, and regulation of galactose-specific transport systems in prokaryotic and eukaryotic cells.
• Metabolic Pathway Engineering: Used in the development of microbial cell factories to enhance galactose utilization for the production of biofuels, organic acids, and recombinant proteins.
• Drug Discovery Screening: Serves as a target protein in assays designed to identify novel inhibitors or modulators of sugar transporters for therapeutic applications.
• Diagnostic Kit Development: Employed as a component in enzymatic or binding assays for the detection and quantification of galactose or related metabolites.
• Membrane Protein Studies: Utilized in reconstitution experiments to create functional proteoliposomes for investigating membrane biophysics and protein-lipid interactions.
• Educational & Reference Standard: Provides a defined standard for academic teaching and quality control in laboratories focusing on microbiology and biochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Galactose Permease
CAS No.	39279-39-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Galactose transporter; Galactose permease protein; GalP; MGL transport protein; D-Galactose porter; β-galactoside permease; Hexose permease; Membrane galactose transporter; Lactose permease related protein; Sugar transport protein GalP
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards for biochemical reagents. Each batch is characterized for functional activity and purity. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific biological activity, purity by electrophoresis, and absence of contaminating proteases or nucleases are available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a freezer. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (Functional Assay)	Confirms galactose transport activity
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Biological Activity	Defined units/mg protein
Protein Concentration	As per COA
Buffer Composition	Specified on COA
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/µg (if applicable)

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