Thermolysin

Agent Name
Thermolysin
CAS Number
9073-78-3
Major Category
Biological Agents
Synonyms
Bacillus thermoproteolyticus neutral proteinase; [Merck Index] Thermolysin, from Bacillus thermoproteolyticus rokko; Thermophilic-bacterial protease; Protease from Bacillus thermoproteolyticus rokko; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Category
Enzymes
Description
Solid; [Merck Index] White powder; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Sources/Uses
Proteolytic enzyme used to study protein sequences; [Merck Index]
Comments
A skin and strong eye irritant; May cause skin and respiratory sensitization; Targets the lungs; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "ENZYMES."
Biomedical References
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Adverse Effects

Asthma
Yes

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