Description

Mucin From Bovine Submaxillary Glands is a high-purity, high-molecular-weight glycoprotein complex, isolated from bovine salivary glands. This biomolecule is essential for research and development in life sciences due to its unique rheological and protective properties, mimicking natural mucosal barriers. It is a critical raw material for pharmaceutical formulators, biomedical researchers, and diagnostic developers working on mucosal drug delivery, lubrication technologies, and in vitro disease modeling.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Used as a model substrate for studying mucoadhesion, drug permeation, and the development of controlled-release formulations targeting mucosal surfaces (oral, nasal, ocular).
• Biomedical & Tissue Engineering: Serves as a key component in hydrogels and scaffolds designed to replicate the extracellular matrix for wound healing applications and engineered tissue constructs.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Employed as a coating agent or standard in immunoassays and biosensors to study protein-carbohydrate interactions and pathogen binding mechanisms.
• Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations: Incorporated into advanced skincare products for its moisturizing, film-forming, and protective barrier properties.
• Lubricant Research: Acts as a biological lubricant model in tribological studies for developing synthetic lubricants for medical devices and artificial joints.
• Cell Culture & Microbiology: Used to create more physiologically relevant cell culture environments for studying host-pathogen interactions and cellular behavior at mucosal interfaces.

Basic Information

Product Name	Mucin From Bovine Submaxillary Glands
CAS No.	84195-52-8
Molecular Formula	N/A (Glycoprotein Complex)
Molecular Weight	High molecular weight (Variable, typically >200 kDa)
Synonyms	Bovine Submaxillary Mucin; BSM; Submaxillary Gland Mucin; Salivary Mucin; Orosomucoid (bovine); Mucoprotein (bovine); Glycoprotein Fraction VI (from bovine submaxillary glands)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Mucin From Bovine Submaxillary Glands is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols. Each lot is characterized to ensure batch-to-batch consistency for critical research applications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided, detailing parameters such as protein content, sialic acid content, viscosity, and purity assessed by electrophoresis. We adhere to relevant guidelines for the preparation of biological materials for research use.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccation or storage at -20°C. Allow the product to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder or flakes
Identification (IR)	Conforms to standard
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 30 %
Sialic Acid Content	≥ 10 %
Loss on Drying	≤ 10.0 %
Residue on Ignition (Sulfated Ash)	≤ 5.0 %
Microbial Limits	Meets specified criteria

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