Description

Carboxypeptidase W is a highly specific metalloprotease enzyme that catalyzes the hydrolysis of C-terminal amino acids from peptides and proteins. This precise activity makes it an indispensable tool for protein sequencing, peptide mapping, and structural analysis in advanced biochemical research. It is essential for laboratories and production facilities in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and diagnostic sectors that require high-purity enzymatic reagents for proteomic studies and bioprocessing.

Application

• Protein Sequencing & Structural Analysis: Used for the stepwise degradation of peptides to determine amino acid sequences.
• Peptide Mapping: Aids in the characterization of proteins by generating specific peptide fragments for mass spectrometry analysis.
• Biopharmaceutical Processing: Employed in the controlled cleavage of fusion proteins or tags during downstream purification processes.
• Biochemical Research: Serves as a critical reagent in enzymatic studies, substrate specificity assays, and metabolic pathway investigations.
• Diagnostic Kit Manufacturing: Incorporated as a component in enzymatic assay kits for clinical and research diagnostics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Carboxypeptidase W
CAS No.	9046-67-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Carboxypeptidase W; Peptidyl-L-amino-acid hydrolase; CPW; Carboxypeptidase from Wheat; EC 3.4.17.-; Triticum aestivum carboxypeptidase; Serine carboxypeptidase W
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Carboxypeptidase W is produced and tested under stringent quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high enzymatic activity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, specific activity, and stability parameters. We adhere to relevant industry guidelines to support its use in research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability and activity.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Specific Activity	≥ XX units/mg protein
Protein Content (Biuret)	≥ 90%
Solubility	Clear, colorless solution in specified buffer
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%

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