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Component
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Typical Composition
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Role & Significance
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Papain (Protease)
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1,500,000 - 2,000,000 USP-U/mg
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The primary proteolytic enzyme (EC 3.4.22.2), responsible for cleaving peptide bonds in a wide range of proteins.
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Chymopapain & Other Papaya Enzymes
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Present in minor amounts
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Other naturally occurring proteases from papaya latex that may contribute to a broader spectrum of enzymatic activity.
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Carrier
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Food-Grade Maltodextrin
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Ensures uniform powder density, excellent flowability, and standardized activity for precise and repeatable formulation.
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Parameter
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Specification
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Test Method
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Appearance
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Off-white to light yellow fine powder
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Visual
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Enzyme Activity
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1,500,000 - 2,000,000 USP-U/mg
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USP <1058>
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Loss on Drying
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≤ 6.0%
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USP <731>
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Heavy Metals (as Pb)
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≤10 ppm
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ICP-MS
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Arsenic (As)
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≤ 3 ppm
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ICP-MS
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Lead (Pb)
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≤ 3 ppm
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ICP-MS
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Total Plate Count
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≤ 5,000 CFU/g
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USP <61>
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Yeast & Mold
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≤ 100 CFU/g
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USP <61>
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E. Coli
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Negative / 10g
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USP <62>
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Salmonella
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Negative / 10g
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USP <62>
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Staphylococcus Aureus
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Negative / 10g
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USP <62>
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