Description

Locustamyotropin is a bioactive peptide hormone derived from locusts, playing a critical role in the regulation of muscle contraction and function in insects. This high-purity compound is essential for advanced research in insect physiology and neuroendocrinology. It serves as a vital biochemical tool for academic, agricultural, and pharmaceutical research sectors focused on insect-specific biological pathways and potential pest control strategies.

Application

• Insect Physiology Research: Fundamental studies on the mechanisms of muscle contraction and neuromuscular signaling in locusts and related insect species.
• Neuroendocrine Studies: Investigation of peptide hormone function, release, and interaction within the insect central nervous system.
• Agricultural Bioassay Development: Used as a standard or target compound in developing assays to screen for novel biopesticides or insect growth regulators.
• Comparative Biochemistry: Research into the evolution and specificity of myotropic peptides across different arthropod classes.
• Receptor Binding Studies: Essential for characterizing and mapping specific peptide receptors in insect muscle tissue.
• Academic Teaching & Reference Standard: Serves as a high-quality reference material in university laboratories for specialized courses in entomology and comparative endocrinology.

Basic Information

Product Name	Locustamyotropin
CAS No.	129192-62-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Lom-AG-myotropin; Locustamyotropin I; Locusta migratoria myotropin; Myotropic peptide (Locusta); Lom-MT; Peptide hormone Lom-MT; AGH (Adipokinetic Hormone) related myotropin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Locustamyotropin is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high biological activity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous purity analysis, including chromatographic and spectroscopic methods. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and biological activity is provided with every shipment to support your research integrity.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dedicated freezer. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, the product should be allowed to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and hydrolysis. For long-term stability, store under inert atmosphere if the container is opened frequently.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Biological Activity	Assayed in locust muscle bioassay
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)

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