Description

Dracotoxin, Trachinus Draco is a potent bioactive compound derived from the venom of the greater weever fish (*Trachinus draco*). This specialized peptide toxin is of significant interest for its unique mechanism of action and high specificity in biological systems. It serves as a critical research tool for neuroscientists, pharmacologists, and toxicologists studying ion channel function, pain pathways, and the development of novel therapeutic agents or bio-insecticides.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: A vital tool for studying voltage-gated sodium and potassium channels, aiding in the understanding of neuronal signaling and excitability.
• Pharmacological Development: Used in high-throughput screening and target validation for the discovery of new analgesics, anesthetics, or neuroprotective drugs.
• Toxicology & Venom Studies: Serves as a reference standard for the analysis of fish venoms, anti-venom development, and comparative toxicology.
• Physiological Studies: Employed in research on cardiovascular and neuromuscular systems to investigate toxin-induced physiological responses.
• Biochemical Reagent: Used in the isolation and characterization of specific membrane receptors and ion channels in cell biology.
• Academic & Industrial R&D: Essential for basic research in universities and applied research in biotechnology and pharmaceutical companies.

Basic Information

Product Name	Dracotoxin, Trachinus Draco
CAS No.	140609-96-7
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Trachinus draco venom toxin; Greater weever fish toxin; Dracotoxin; DTX; Trachinine; Weeverfish toxin; *Trachinus draco* cytolysin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Dracotoxin, Trachinus Draco is produced and handled under stringent conditions to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and biological activity. Each lot is subjected to rigorous analytical testing. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency (where applicable), and identification is provided to support your research and compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dedicated freezer. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation and moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Biological Activity	Assayed and reported per COA
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/mg (where specified)
Solubility	Soluble in aqueous buffers or specified solvent

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