# Pepsin

> Source Pepsin (EC 3.4.23.1) in bulk for acidic protein hydrolysis in cheese making, brewing, food processing, HDX-MS, antibody workflows, and collagen extraction. Request a free sample or quote today.

## About
Pepsin is available from enzymepoint.com — an industrial enzyme supplier.
Contact: inquiry@enzymepoint.com

## Applications
- Cheese Rennet Alternative: Acid protease for milk-clotting in cheese manufacturing—used as partial rennet substitute where low pH proteolysis improves curd yield and texture.
- Digestive Supplements: Active ingredient in digestive enzyme supplements to support protein digestion—standardized NF/USP grades for reliable formulation.
- Protein Sequencing (HDX-MS): Pepsin digestion for hydrogen–deuterium exchange mass spectrometry sample preparation in structural biology and proteomics laboratories.
- Antibody Fragmentation: Generates F(ab')2 fragments from IgG antibodies for diagnostic and therapeutic workflows in immunology.
- Collagen & Gelatin: Facilitates extraction of acid-soluble collagen (pepsin-solubilized collagen) from animal tissues for gelatin processing and materials research.
- Pharmaceutical Grade: USP/EP certified pepsin for pharmaceutical manufacturing—API production and quality control applications.

## Specifications
- Enzyme Name: Pepsin (EC 3.4.23.1)
- Activity: 1:10,000 – 1:15,000 NF (pepsin activity ratio)
- pH Range: 1.5 – 3.5
- Temperature: 37°C – 42°C
- Appearance: White to pale yellow powder
- Source: Porcine gastric mucosa
- Shelf Life: 24 months (sealed, refrigerated)
- Packaging: 1 kg / 5 kg / 25 kg
- MOQ: 1 kg
- Certifications: USP/NF, EP, ISO 9001, HALAL

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