Description

Coleoptericin CAS NO 138360-37-9 is a specialized antimicrobial peptide originally identified in coleopteran insects. This compound is of significant interest for its potent and selective biological activity against a range of microbial pathogens. It serves as a valuable research biochemical and a potential lead compound for developing novel biocontrol agents and pharmaceuticals. Key industries requiring this high-purity biochemical include life science research, agrochemical development, and advanced biotechnological applications.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in studies of innate immunity, antimicrobial peptides (AMPs), and host-pathogen interactions.
• Agrochemical Development: Investigated as a lead molecule for creating novel, environmentally friendly biopesticides and crop protection agents.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a template for designing new antibiotic and antifungal drug candidates to combat resistant infections.
• Microbiology Studies: Employed to study mechanisms of microbial membrane disruption and specificity of insect-derived defense molecules.
• Biotechnology: Used in the development of engineered microbial strains and in fermentation process studies related to peptide production.
• Academic Research: Essential for university and institutional labs focusing on entomology, comparative immunology, and peptide chemistry.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Coleoptericin
CAS No.	138360-37-9
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Coleoptericin; Insect-derived antimicrobial peptide; Coleoptericin peptide; AMP Coleoptericin; Defensin-like peptide from Coleoptera; Beetle defensin; Coleoptericin A; Antimicrobial peptide 138360-37-9
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Coleoptericin is produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including purity assay and identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing specific test results is provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your research specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below for long-term stability. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure the container is sealed tightly after each use to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture. For short-term use, aliquoting is recommended to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

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%
Biological Activity	Assayed (Contact for details)
Endotoxin Level	< 10 EU/mg (for research grades)

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