Description

(Gly6)-Locustapyrokinin is a synthetic peptide analog of the insect neuropeptide locustapyrokinin, specifically modified with a glycine substitution at position 6. This compound is of significant interest in entomological and biochemical research for studying insect physiology and neuroendocrine signaling pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, agrochemical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies focused on developing novel insect control strategies and understanding peptide-receptor interactions.

Application

• Insect Neurobiology Research: Fundamental studies on the role of pyrokinin peptides in insect behavior, development, and reproduction.
• Agrochemical Screening: Used as a reference standard or lead compound in high-throughput assays to discover new insect growth regulators and pest management agents.
• Receptor Characterization: A key tool for mapping and characterizing G-protein coupled receptors (GPCRs) in various insect species.
• Physiological Studies: Investigating the effects on visceral muscle contraction, pheromone biosynthesis, and other pyrokinin-mediated processes.
• Biotechnology Development: Serves as a template for designing biostable peptide analogs or peptidomimetics with potential commercial applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	(Gly6)-Locustapyrokinin
CAS No.	152575-14-9
Molecular Formula	C46H68N14O13
Molecular Weight	1001.1 g/mol
Synonyms	Locustapyrokinin (Gly6); [Gly6]-Locustapyrokinin; pGlu-Thr-Pro-Ala-Leu-Thr-Gly-Trp-NH2; PK 5-8 (Locusta); Leucomyosuppressin-related peptide; Insect pyrokinin peptide analog; LPK analog; Neuropeptide analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our (Gly6)-Locustapyrokinin CAS NO 152575-14-9 is manufactured under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and peptide content. We adhere to ISO 9001 quality management principles, and our analytical methods, including HPLC and MS, are validated to provide reliable data for critical research and development work.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a freezer. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake. For long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere.

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	Within ± 10% of theoretical
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, dimethyl sulfoxide (DMSO)

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