Description

Melibiose Permease is a specialized membrane transport protein that facilitates the cellular uptake of the disaccharide melibiose. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and microbiological research for studying sugar transport mechanisms and membrane protein function. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, diagnostic manufacturers, and biotechnology companies engaged in metabolic pathway analysis, membrane biology, and the development of biosensors or fermentation processes.

Application

• Biochemical Research: A key reagent for studying active transport mechanisms, membrane protein kinetics, and carbohydrate metabolism in prokaryotic and eukaryotic systems.
• Microbial Physiology Studies: Used to investigate sugar utilization pathways in bacteria such as E. coli, aiding in genetic and metabolic engineering.
• Diagnostic Kit Development: Serves as a component in enzymatic assays and test kits designed to measure sugar transport activity or screen for metabolic disorders.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Employed in drug discovery programs targeting membrane transporters, potentially for developing antimicrobial agents or metabolic modulators.
• Industrial Biotechnology: Applied in fermentation process optimization and strain development for biofuel or biochemical production where sugar uptake is a critical factor.
• Educational Use: A standard teaching tool in advanced university laboratories for demonstrating principles of membrane transport and enzymology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Melibiose Permease
CAS No.	9055-24-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Melibiose carrier protein; Melibiose transport protein; α-galactoside permease; Melibiose:H+ symporter; MelY protein; Galactoside permease II; EC 2.A.2.6.1; Melibiose transporter
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Melibiose Permease is produced and handled under controlled conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and biological activity. Each lot undergoes rigorous quality testing, including assessment of purity and functional activity. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to support your research and quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake. For optimal performance, avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Lyophilized powder or solution
Identification (Functional Assay)	Conforms
Purity (SDS-PAGE)	≥ 90%
Protein Content	Specified on COA
Specific Activity	Specified on COA
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/µg (if applicable)
Solubility	Reconstitutes in suitable buffer

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