CAS Number:9009‑65‑8
Synonyms: Protamine sulfate; Salmine sulfate
Chemical Formula:Complex mixture of ~5 kDa cationic peptides
Molecular Weight:~5,100 Da (major component)
Product Introduction
A white to off-white hygroscopic powder derived from salmon or synthetic sources. Protamine sulfate is a strongly basic, cationic polypeptide used clinically to neutralize heparin anticoagulation, and in biotech for viral transduction, DNA binding, and as a heparin antidote
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off‑white powder |
| Solubility | Sparingly soluble in water (~10 mg/mL) |
| Molecular Weight | ≈ 5.1 kDa |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 5–10 % |
| Appearance (aqueous) | Clear solution on warming |