Peptones, also known as protein hydrolysates, are the water-soluble products derived from the partial hydrolysis of proteins from plant, yeast, or animal sources. Selection of the raw material will have a tremendous impact on the final nutrition profile. The protein hydrolysis process can be accomplished using strong acids, bases, or proteolytic enzymes, which create a complex, nutritionally enriched final product that is easily used by cells. Figure below shows the generic composition of a typical peptone to highlight the diverse nutritional profile that is achieved through the hydrolysis process. Because of this dense nutritional profile, peptone can be used in a variety of practices including but not limited to culture medium, fermentation, fertilizer, and API manufacturing.
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