Description

n-Formyl-Met-Leu-p-Iodo-Phe is a synthetic peptide derivative, specifically a modified tripeptide sequence. This compound is a valuable biochemical tool and a key intermediate in advanced peptide synthesis and pharmaceutical research. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and biotechnology companies engaged in peptide-based drug discovery, proteomics, and biochemical assay development.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a critical intermediate in the synthesis of more complex peptide-based drug candidates and active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Biochemical Assays: Used as a substrate, inhibitor, or reference standard in enzymatic studies and receptor binding assays to investigate biological pathways.
• Proteomics & Peptide Chemistry: Acts as a building block for constructing custom peptides with specific modifications for structure-activity relationship (SAR) studies.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for fundamental research in biochemistry, medicinal chemistry, and molecular biology.
• Standards & Calibration: Functions as a high-purity analytical standard for method development and quality control in peptide analysis via HPLC and LC-MS.

Basic Information

Product Name	n-Formyl-Met-Leu-p-Iodo-Phe
CAS No.	105931-59-7
Molecular Formula	C22H32IN3O5S
Molecular Weight	601.48 g/mol
Synonyms	N-Formylmethionyl-leucyl-p-iodophenylalanine; For-Met-Leu-p-I-Phe-OH; N-Formyl-Met-Leu-Phe(4-I); Formyl-Met-Leu-Phe(4-I); FMLP-I; N-Formylmethionylleucylphenylalanine 4'-iodo derivative; Chemotactic peptide p-iodo derivative; FMLP (p-Iodo)
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Quality Control

Our n-Formyl-Met-Leu-p-Iodo-Phe is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, MS for identity confirmation, and chiral purity checks, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research and development. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing batch-specific results is provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C or as indicated on the label. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, consider desiccation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm

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