Description

Proctolin is a bioactive neuropeptide with significant research and development applications in the life sciences sector. Its primary value lies in its role as a model compound for studying insect physiology and neurobiology, offering insights into peptide signaling pathways. This makes it a critical reagent for academic institutions, biotechnology firms, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in entomological research, neuropeptide analysis, and the development of novel bioactive agents.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Used as a standard or tool compound in studies of neuropeptide function, receptor binding, and signal transduction in insect models.
• Physiological Studies: Employed in research investigating the regulation of muscle contraction, gut motility, and other physiological processes in invertebrates.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Serves as a key component in the development and validation of immunoassays (ELISA, RIA) or bioassays for peptide detection.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Acts as a lead compound or reference material in the discovery and screening of novel peptide-based therapeutics or agrochemicals.
• Academic & Institutional Use: Essential for university laboratories and research institutes conducting fundamental studies in comparative endocrinology and zoology.
• Reference Standard: Utilized as a high-purity analytical standard for quality control and method development in peptide synthesis and analysis laboratories.

Basic Information

Product Name	Proctolin
CAS No.	100930-02-7
Molecular Formula	C34H48N8O8
Molecular Weight	696.80 g/mol
Synonyms	Arg-Tyr-Leu-Pro-Thr; L-Arginyl-L-tyrosyl-L-leucyl-L-prolyl-L-threonine; H-Arg-Tyr-Leu-Pro-Thr-OH; Proctolin peptide; Insect neuropeptide proctolin; RYLPT
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Proctolin is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, mass spectrometry (MS) for identity confirmation, and amino acid analysis (AAA). We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with research-grade specifications. Custom synthesis to meet specific purity or packaging requirements is available upon request.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. For long-term storage, consider keeping the product desiccated under an inert atmosphere. Allow the vial to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation. Keep away from strong acids and bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by AAA)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, dilute acetic acid

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.