Description

Neuropeptide F CAS NO 142191-57-9 is a biologically active peptide that plays a significant role in regulating feeding behavior and energy homeostasis in invertebrates. This compound is of high interest for advanced research in neuroendocrinology and comparative physiology. It serves as a critical tool for researchers and developers in the life sciences sector, particularly within academic institutions, biotechnology firms, and pharmaceutical R&D departments focused on metabolic and neurological studies.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Fundamental studies on invertebrate neural circuits, behavior, and peptide signaling pathways.
• Comparative Endocrinology: Investigation of evolutionary relationships between invertebrate and vertebrate neuropeptide systems.
• Metabolic Pathway Analysis: Research into the mechanisms controlling appetite, satiety, and energy balance in model organisms.
• Biomarker Development: Potential use in developing assays for physiological or stress responses in agricultural or ecological studies.
• Pharmacological Probes: Utilization as a reference standard or tool compound in receptor binding and functional assays.
• Academic & Institutional R&D: Key reagent for university laboratories and research institutes conducting cutting-edge biological research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Neuropeptide F
CAS No.	142191-57-9
Molecular Formula	C₁₄₈H₂₄₀N₄₈O₄₈S
Molecular Weight	~3390.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Neuropeptide F (Helicoverpa zea); Hez-NPF; NPF; Invertebrate Neuropeptide F; Neuropeptide F (insect); Hez-NPF Peptide; Peptide F; Feeding-regulating peptide
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Quality Control

Our Neuropeptide F is produced under stringent conditions to ensure the highest standards of purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including reversed-phase HPLC for purity assessment and mass spectrometry (MS) for identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA), providing full specification data, is supplied with every shipment to guarantee traceability and support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. For long-term stability, store desiccated at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a dry environment before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

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%
Acetate Content (HPIC)	≤ 10.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water or aqueous buffers

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