Description

Ac-Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp-Nh2 is a synthetic heptapeptide featuring an N-terminal acetyl group and a C-terminal amide. This chemically modified peptide sequence is of significant interest in biochemical research and pharmaceutical development due to its potential role in studying enzyme-substrate interactions, signal transduction pathways, and as a precursor for more complex biomolecules. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, biotechnology companies, and pharmaceutical developers engaged in peptide-based drug discovery and proteomics. The compound is supplied as a high-purity solid for laboratory and pre-clinical applications.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a standard, substrate, or inhibitor in enzymatic assays and kinetic studies.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a key intermediate or reference compound in the discovery and development of novel peptide therapeutics.
• Proteomics & Signal Transduction: Employed to investigate protein-protein interactions and cellular signaling mechanisms.
• Antigen Synthesis: Potential use in the synthesis of peptide antigens for antibody production and immunological studies.
• Structure-Activity Relationship (SAR) Studies: Provides a core scaffold for modifying peptide structure to analyze biological activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Ac-Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp-Nh2
CAS No.	158841-76-0
Molecular Formula	C31H52N12O10S
Molecular Weight	760.88 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetyl-Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp-amide; Ac-Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp-amide; Ac-RCGVPD-NH2; N-Acetyl-L-arginyl-L-cysteinylglycyl-L-valyl-L-prolyl-L-aspartamide; Heptapeptide Ac-RCGVPD-NH2; Ac-Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp-NH2 TFA salt (common salt form); Acetylated Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp Amide
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Quality Control

Our Ac-Arg-Cys-Gly-Val-Pro-Asp-Nh2 is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, mass spectrometry (MS) for identity confirmation, and amino acid analysis (AAA). We provide a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) with each shipment, detailing all test results to ensure the material meets your specific research-grade specifications.

Storage

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

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Amino Acid Composition	Conforms to theoretical values (±10%)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%

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