Description

Leucokinin I CAS NO 104600-89-7 is a bioactive insect neuropeptide belonging to the leucokinin family, known for its role in regulating diuresis and hindgut motility. This high-purity peptide is critical for advanced research in insect physiology and the development of novel insect growth regulators. It is primarily utilized by researchers and product developers in the agrochemical, entomological, and life science sectors for biochemical studies and screening applications.

Application

• Insect Physiology Research: Fundamental studies on diuretic and myotropic functions in various insect species.
• Agrochemical Screening: Target-based screening for the development of next-generation insecticides and insect growth regulators.
• Neuropeptide Studies: Investigation of neuroendocrine signaling pathways and receptor interactions in invertebrates.
• Biochemical Reagent: Use as a standard or reference compound in analytical and bioassay development.
• Academic Research: Tool compound for university and institutional research in entomology and comparative endocrinology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Leucokinin I
CAS No.	104600-89-7
Molecular Formula	C₆₀H₈₈N₁₆O₁₅
Molecular Weight	1265.5 g/mol
Synonyms	Leucokinin-I; pGlu-Ser-Ser-Asp-Trp-Gly-His-Val-Pro-Arg-NH2; pGlu-Ser-Ser-Asp-Trp-Gly-His-Val-Pro-Arg-amide; LK I; Leucopyrokinin; Insect Leucokinin I; Asp-Trp-Gly-His-Val-Pro-Arg-NH2 (partial sequence); pGlu-SSDWGHPVR-NH2 (short notation)
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Quality Control

Our Leucokinin I is produced under stringent conditions to ensure the highest standards of purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. We adhere to GMP principles for peptide synthesis, and our quality system is designed to meet the rigorous demands of research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and light-sensitive. For long-term storage, keep desiccated. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Acetate Content (HPLC)	≤ 10.0%

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