Papain
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme extracted from papaya latex, standardized to 400,000 u/g.
Technical specification
- Specification
- 400,000 u/g
- Form
- Powder
- Appearance
- White Power
- Shelf life
- 2 Years
- Availability
- In Stock
- Certifications
- FDA, ISO, Kosher, Halal
Quality parameters (COA)
| Items | Results | Standards |
|---|---|---|
| Description | Complies | Yellow Powder |
| Mesh Size | Complies | 10:01 |
| Ash | 2.85% | ≤ 5.0% |
| Loss on Drying | 2.82% | ≤ 5.0% |
| Heavy Metal | Complies | ≤ 10.0 mg/kg |
| Pb | Complies | ≤ 2.0 mg/kg |
| As | Complies | ≤ 1.0 mg/kg |
| Hg | Complies | ≤ 0.1 mg/kg |
| Residue of Pesticide | Negative | Negative |
| Total Plate Count | Complies | ≤ 1000cfu/g |
| Yeast&Mold | Complies | ≤ 100cfu/g |
| E.coil | Negative | Negative |
| Salmonella | Negative | Negative |
Description
Papain is a proteolytic enzyme derived from the milky latex of Carica papaya fruits. This ingredient is supplied as a white powder with an activity of 400,000 u/g. It is widely utilized in manufacturing due to its enzymatic properties, which facilitate protein hydrolysis. Papain is applied to improve product texture, as a clarifying agent, or for protein modification in various industrial processes. For purchasers, the stability of enzymatic activity, confirmed by certifications, and good solubility in aqueous solutions are crucial. The product has a shelf life of 2 years, ensuring convenient planning of production cycles. FDA, ISO, Kosher, Halal certifications are available.
Applications
Used in the food industry for tenderizing meat and improving dairy product texture, and in beverage production for clarification. Applied in the cosmetic industry for exfoliants and cleansing products.
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