Preferred Term:
nisin
Definition:
A 34-amino acid polypeptide antibiotic produced by Streptococcus lactis. It has been used as a food preservative in canned fruits and vegetables, and cheese.
Concept Schemes:
NALT Full
NALT Core
NALT Core
Broader Concept:
URI:
https://lod.nal.usda.gov/nalt/15230
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