Enhanced TDS
Identification & Functionality
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- Country of Origin
- Enzyme Type
- Ingredient Name
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
- Technologies
- Product Families
- Definition
- Papain is a purified proteolytic substance derived from Carica papaya Linné (Fam. Caricaceae). Papain, prepared as directed in the Assay, contains NLT 6000 Units/mg. Papain of a higher digestive power may be reduced to the official standard by admixture with papain of lower activity, lactose, or other suitable diluents.
- One USP Unit of Papain activity is that which releases the equivalent of 1 μg of tyrosine from a specified casein substrate under the conditions of the Assay, using the enzyme concentration that liberates 40 μg of tyrosine per mL of Sample solution.
Regulatory & Compliance
- USP Reference Standards
USP Papain RS
- FDA Disclaimer
These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Storage & Handling
- Storage Information
Preserve in tight, light-resistant containers, and store in a cool place.