Description

Calcitonin (Salmon) (Trifluoroacetate Salt) is a synthetic polypeptide hormone, a stabilized salt form of the natural peptide, designed for enhanced pharmaceutical utility. This compound is critical for its potent biological activity in regulating calcium and phosphate metabolism in the body. It is an essential active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, particularly for developing treatments for bone disorders such as osteoporosis and Paget's disease.

Application

• Pharmaceutical API: Primary active ingredient in injectable formulations for the treatment of postmenopausal osteoporosis, hypercalcemia, and Paget's disease of bone.
• Research & Development: Used as a critical reference standard and biochemical tool in metabolic and endocrine research, including studies on calcium homeostasis and bone remodeling.
• Biotechnology Manufacturing: Serves as a key intermediate in the production of advanced peptide-based therapeutics and drug delivery systems.
• Clinical Diagnostics: Employed in the development and calibration of immunoassays and diagnostic kits for measuring calcitonin levels.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcitonin (Salmon) (Trifluoroacetate Salt)
CAS No.	171052-37-2
Molecular Formula	C₁₄₅H₂₄₀N₄₄O₄₈S₂ • xC₂HF₃O₂
Molecular Weight	~3431.9 g/mol (free base)
Synonyms	Salmon Calcitonin TFA Salt; sCT TFA; Calcitonin Salmon Trifluoroacetate; TFA Salt of Calcitonin (Salmon); Calcitonin (Salmon) acetate (trifluoroacetate); 171052-37-2; Salcatonin (Trifluoroacetate); Synthetic Salmon Calcitonin TFA
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Quality Control

Our Calcitonin (Salmon) (Trifluoroacetate Salt) is manufactured under strict quality systems suitable for pharmaceutical applications. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and peptide content, MS for identity confirmation, and stringent tests for related substances and residual solvents. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with relevant internal specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at a controlled room temperature or refrigerated (2-8°C) as specified. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a dry environment to maintain stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Purity (Related Substances)	Total impurities ≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 10.0%
Acetate Content (IC)	≤ 15.0%
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 50 EU/mg

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