Description

Drosulfakinin 0 is a synthetic peptide analog of the insect neuropeptide drosulfakinin. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and entomological research for its role in regulating feeding behavior and satiety signaling in *Drosophila melanogaster* and related species. It serves as a critical research tool for scientists in the fields of neurobiology, insect physiology, and the development of novel pest management strategies. The product is supplied as a high-purity material suitable for laboratory and research applications.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Investigation of peptidergic signaling pathways and neural circuits governing feeding and satiety in insect models.
• Insect Physiology Studies: Elucidating the physiological effects of sulfakinin peptides on gut motility and metabolic regulation.
• Behavioral Pharmacology: Used in assays to study the modulation of foraging, feeding, and social behaviors in response to neuropeptide administration.
• Biochemical Standard: Serves as a reference standard for mass spectrometry, HPLC analysis, and the development of immunoassays targeting sulfakinin peptides.
• Pest Control R&D: Fundamental research for identifying novel targets for the development of next-generation, species-specific insect control agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Drosulfakinin 0
CAS No.	117457-89-3
Molecular Formula	C46H65N13O14S2
Molecular Weight	1080.2 g/mol
Synonyms	DSK-0; Drosophila sulfakinin 0; FDDYGHMRFamide; Phe-Asp-Asp-Tyr-Gly-His-Met-Arg-Phe-NH2; Neuropeptide DSK; Sulfakinin peptide; Leucomyosuppressin-related peptide
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Quality Control

Our Drosulfakinin 0 is manufactured under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is characterized by advanced analytical techniques including HPLC and mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your research integrity and documentation needs.

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). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and hydrolysis.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)
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.