Protease (acidic)

Name: Protease (acidic)
Brand: Scientific and Technical
Price: 74.99 GBP
Availability: InStock

Protease (acidic) breaks down protein (polypeptide). The listed reaction produces peptides and Amino Acids CAS Number: 9025-49-4 Enzyme EC Number: 3.4.23.18 Also Known As: Acid protease; acid proteinase; Aspergillopepsin I. Compare the food grade specification with the requirements of your application. Check the listed activity and operating conditions before selecting a pack size.

SubstrateProtein (polypeptide)

Enzyme

ProductsPeptides and Amino Acids CAS Number: 9025-49-4 Enzyme EC Number: 3.4.23.18 Also Known As: Acid protease; acid proteinase; Aspergillopepsin I

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Technical specifications

Activity: 530 U/g *
Certification: Food grade, ISO 22000 Appearance: Brown liquid
Total Protein: 10–14 % w/v Density: 1.1–1.2 g per mL Temperature Range: 15–55°C pH Range: 2.3–6.5

Applications

Agriculture
Food Processing
Meat Tenderising
Fish Hydrolysis
Brewing
Nutraceuticals

Properties

Unlock superior flavour profiles and product quality with our premium food-grade protease enzyme, developed specifically for industrial applications. Designed for exceptional performance across a wide range of acidic pH's and temperature conditions, this enzyme delivers rapid and consistent protein hydrolysis, improving texture, flavour development, and nutritional value in your final products.

Whether you work in dairy, brewing, baking, plant-protein processing, or flavour manufacturing, our protease enhances throughput, reduces processing time, and supports clean-label formulations. Backed by rigorous quality control and full regulatory compliance, it’s the reliable, high-purity solution that elevates both productivity and product excellence.

Reaction

Protein (polypeptide) + H2O → Peptides and Amino Acids CAS Number: 9025-49-4 Enzyme EC Number: 3.4.23.18 Also Known As: Acid protease; acid proteinase; Aspergillopepsin I

Storage

Up to 24 months * Where 1 U is the amount of enzyme required to release 1 µg of tyrosine (or equivalent peptides) per minute from casein

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