Papain Inhibitor

• CAT Number: I011720
• CAS Number: 70195-20-9
• Molecular Formula: C19H29N7O6
• Molecular Weight: 451.48
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (2S)-2-[[(2R)-2-[[2-[(2-aminoacetyl)amino]acetyl]amino]-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoyl]amino]-5-(diaminomethylideneamino)pentanoic acid
• Target: Cathepsin
• Storage: Store at -20°C

Papain inhibitor (CAT: I011720) is a small molecule compound that binds to and inhibits the activity of the enzyme papain. Papain is a cysteine protease found in papaya and is commonly used in various industries, such as food and pharmaceuticals, for its ability to break down proteins. Papain inhibitor is used to regulate and prevent excessive proteolysis, or protein degradation, in various applications, such as in the production of cheese and meat products, as well as in the purification of proteins for medical research. It is also being studied for its potential therapeutic effects, such as in the treatment of inflammatory diseases and as an antiviral agent.