Thermo Scientific Chemicals Pepsin, for biochemistry, powder

Description

Pepsin from porcine gastric mucosa, CAS # 9001-75-6, is a peptidase that is commonly used in enzymatic digestion of proteins. | CAS: 9001-75-6

This Thermo Scientific Chemicals brand product was originally part of the Acros Organics product portfolio. Some documentation and label information may refer to the legacy brand. The original Acros Organics product / item code or SKU reference has not changed as a part of the brand transition to Thermo Scientific Chemicals.

General Description

• Pepsin is an endopeptidase that digests proteins by hydrolyzing peptide bonds
• It is the active form of pepsinogen, which is produced in the chief cells of the gastric mucosa

Applications

• Pepsin is commonly used to produce F(ab’)2 fragments from antibodies
• It has been used along with other enzymes to demonstrate the effects of fixation and enzymatic digestion in immunohistochemical assays, using paraffin-embedded tissue
• It can be used in hydrolyzing dry cervical samples in mice
• It has been used in the digestion of crude wheat gliadin
• It has been used to stimulate in vitro gastric digestion of cooked cod, cocoa mass, and dietary fiber

Specifications

Chemical Identifiers

• CAS: 9001-75-6

• Quantity: 100 g
• Product Type: Pepsin

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement

GHS H Statement: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled.

Precautionary Statement

GHS P Statement: IF INHALED: If breathing is difficult, remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. WARNING: The information provided on this web site was developed in compliance with European Union (EU) regulations and is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guide for safe handling and use. It is not to be considered as either a warranty or quality specification.

SDS

RUO – Research Use Only