Description

Ectatomin CAS NO 157481-64-6 is a specialized peptide compound of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research. This product matters for its role as a potent and selective inhibitor of specific ion channels, making it a valuable tool for studying cellular signaling pathways and neurological functions. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies engaged in neuroscience, ion channel research, and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: As a research tool for investigating the function and modulation of specific potassium or calcium channels in neuronal cells.
• Ion Channel Pharmacology: Used in high-throughput screening (HTS) assays to identify and characterize novel modulators of ion channel activity.
• Cellular Physiology Studies: Employed to study the role of ion channels in cellular processes such as apoptosis, secretion, and muscle contraction.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a reference standard or pharmacological probe in the development of new therapeutic agents targeting channelopathies.
• Biochemical Reagent: Used in the preparation of specialized buffers and solutions for electrophysiology experiments (e.g., patch-clamp).
• Toxicology Studies: Applied in research to understand the mechanism of action of certain venoms and to develop potential antidotes.

Basic Information

Item	Details
Product Name	Ectatomin
CAS No.	157481-64-6
Molecular Formula	C185H284N52O53S2
Molecular Weight	~4098.7 g/mol
Synonyms	Ectatomin; Ectatommin; Pore-forming peptide from Ectatomma tuberculatum venom; Ion channel inhibitor peptide; Ectatomma tuberculatum toxin; Antimicrobial peptide (potential synonym); Research peptide 157481-64-6
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Quality Control

Our Ectatomin is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability for critical research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and mass spectrometry for identity confirmation. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, documenting purity, peptide content, and solvent residues. Our quality system supports compliance with relevant standards for research-grade biochemicals.

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 prevent condensation and moisture uptake. For long-term storage, consider storing under an inert atmosphere.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Acetate Content (HPLC)	≤ 10%
Solubility	Soluble in water, dilute acetic acid, or buffer solutions

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