Automated description from the Alliance of Genome Resources (Release 7.0.0)
Enables identical protein binding activity. Involved in calcium-independent cell-cell adhesion via plasma membrane cell-adhesion molecules; cell junction maintenance; and epithelial cell development. Located in apicolateral plasma membrane; bicellular tight junction; and lateral plasma membrane. Is expressed in several structures, including alimentary system; extraembryonic component; nose; respiratory system; and urinary system. Orthologous to human CLDN3 (claudin 3).