- INCI Name:Papain
- Ingredient Name:Papain
- Chemical Name:Papain
- CAS Number:9001-73-4
Papain (800) is a natural enzyme found in high concentrations in the green peel and seeds of Carica papaya. It belongs to the cysteine protease class, exhibiting wide proteolysis activity. Traditionally used for tenderizing meat and cleaning wounds, papain also finds applications in wool and silk production to prevent matting and shrinking. It has vermicidal, antimicrobial, and antioxidative properties and is used in transfusion medicine and enzymatic peeling in cosmetics. With high activity and heat stability, it is widely applied in food, pharmaceuticals, daily chemicals, and the leather and textile industries. Papain (800) is produced using physical methods, including microfiltration, ultrafiltration, and freeze-drying, ensuring a pure, natural, and effective product.
