Description

[Ala17]-Mch CAS NO 359784-84-2 is a synthetic peptide analog of the melanin-concentrating hormone (MCH), specifically modified at the alanine-17 position. This compound is of significant value for biochemical and pharmacological research, serving as a critical tool for studying the MCH receptor system and its role in energy homeostasis, feeding behavior, and stress response. It is primarily needed by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies engaged in metabolic disorder research, neuropeptide studies, and drug discovery programs.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and active ligand in receptor binding assays and signal transduction studies targeting the MCH receptor.
• Pharmacological Studies: Employed in vitro and in vivo to investigate the physiological effects of MCH, including its impact on appetite regulation and energy balance.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Serves as a key intermediate or analog in the design and screening of novel therapeutics for obesity, anxiety, and depression.
• Neuroscience Research: A vital tool for exploring the role of the MCH neuropeptide system in central nervous system functions and related disorders.
• Academic Research: Utilized in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in endocrinology and peptide hormone action.

Basic Information

Product Name	[Ala17]-Mch
CAS No.	359784-84-2
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	[Ala17]-Melanin Concentrating Hormone; [Ala17]-MCH; Melanin-Concentrating Hormone (Ala17 analog); MCH (Ala17); H-Asp-Thr-Met-Arg-Cys-Met-Val-Gly-Arg-Val-Tyr-Arg-Pro-Cys-Trp-Glu-Val-Ala-Arg-Tyr-NH2 (Disulfide bridge: Cys7-Cys16); Cyclo(7-16)[Cys7,Cys16]-[Ala17]MCH
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our products undergo rigorous quality testing to ensure compliance with industry standards. Each batch of [Ala17]-Mch is characterized using advanced analytical techniques to confirm identity, purity, and peptide content. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing specific results for purity (HPLC), amino acid analysis, and mass spectrometry are available upon request. We adhere to strict quality management protocols suitable for research and development applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dedicated 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, keep desiccated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC & MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Amino Acid Analysis	Within ±10% of theoretical

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