Binds to the N-terminal PTS2-type peroxisomal targeting signal and plays an essential role in peroxisomal protein import essential for import of 3-oxoacyl-CoA thiolase (a PTS2-containing protein) into peroxisomes. May direct thiolase to peroxisomes by shuttling between the cytosol and peroxisomal membranes. Interacts with PEX5. Present with 589 molecules/cell in log phase SD medium. Belongs to the WD repeat peroxin-7 family.