Description

Connexin 42 CAS NO 131461-61-5 is a high-purity chemical compound of significant interest in life science research and pharmaceutical development. This product is crucial for researchers investigating intercellular communication and gap junction biology. It is primarily utilized by biotechnology firms, academic research institutions, and pharmaceutical companies engaged in target validation and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard or active component in studies of gap junction structure, function, and regulation.
• Pharmaceutical Screening: Employed in high-throughput assays to identify novel modulators of connexin 42 activity for therapeutic development.
• Cell Biology Studies: Applied in in vitro experiments to understand cell signaling, proliferation, and differentiation mechanisms.
• Neuroscience Research: Investigated for its role in neuronal synchronization and glial cell communication within the central nervous system.
• Cardiac Research: Studied for its function in electrical coupling and impulse propagation in cardiac muscle tissue.
• Diagnostic Development: Serves as a key antigen or target in the development of immunological assays and diagnostic tools.

Basic Information

Product Name	Connexin 42
CAS No.	131461-61-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Gap Junction α-1 Protein; Connexin-42; Cx42; GJA1 (referring to the gene); Gap Junction Protein, Alpha 1, 43kDa; Connexin 43 (common related isoform); Intercellular Communication Protein.
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Connexin 42 is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including purity assessment and identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results are available upon request to support your regulatory and quality documentation needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at recommended temperatures (typically 2-8°C or as specified on the label). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. Allow the sealed container to reach room temperature before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white solid
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Biological Activity	Assay-dependent; contact for details
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/mg (if applicable)

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