Description

Manduca Sexta Allatostatin CAS NO 137427-38-4 is a neuropeptide hormone originally isolated from the tobacco hornworm, *Manduca sexta*, that plays a critical role in regulating juvenile hormone biosynthesis. This compound is essential for researchers and developers in the life sciences sector, providing a key tool for studying insect endocrinology and neurobiology. It is primarily utilized in academic and industrial R&D for applications in insect physiology studies and the development of novel insect growth regulators.

Application

• Insect Neuroendocrinology Research: Fundamental studies on the regulation of juvenile hormone and its role in insect development and reproduction.
• Mode-of-Action Studies for Insecticides: Investigating novel targets and pathways for the development of next-generation, selective pest control agents.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Serving as a standard or reference compound in bioassays to screen for allatostatin receptor agonists or antagonists.
• Physiological Studies: Exploring the role of neuropeptides in insect behavior, metabolism, and stress responses.
• Comparative Endocrinology: Research into the evolution and function of peptide hormones across different insect species and other arthropods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Manduca Sexta Allatostatin
CAS No.	137427-38-4
Molecular Formula	C58H86N16O14S
Molecular Weight	1247.5 g/mol
Synonyms	Mas-AST; Allatostatin I; Manduca allatostatin; pGlu-Val-Arg-Phe-Arg-Gln-Cys-Tyr-Phe-Asn-Pro-Ile-Ser-Cys-Phe-OH (Disulfide bridge: Cys7-Cys14); AST-1; Neuropeptide AST
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Quality Control

Our Manduca Sexta Allatostatin is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including purity determination by HPLC and mass confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and peptide content is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

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). For long-term storage, consider desiccation. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80%
Amino Acid Analysis	Conforms to theoretical composition
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.