Molecular Weight
98.4 KDa
Pack Size
5 mg; 10 mg; 20 mg
Water solubility
Not soluble in water.
Product Description
Miraculin is a basic glycoprotein extracted from Synsepalum dulcificum or Richadella dulcifica, which has no sweet flavor of its own but makes normally sour foods, such as citrus, taste like sweetness for up to 2 hours.
Applications
Miraculin is used as a novel low-calorie sweetener or to modify the flavor of sour fruits.
Key Features
Miraculin is a homodimeric protein consisting of 191 amino acids with unique taste-altering properties that activate human sweet taste receptors at pH values below 6.5, transforming the perception of sour foods into sweet ones.
Main Effects
Alters the perception of sour flavors, making acidic foods taste sweet.
Enhances the flavor profile of foods and beverages.
Supports sugar-free product development without synthetic additives.
Storage
Store at -20°C, taking care to keep it sealed.
Remark
For research use only. Not for human use.