Description

Tetrodotoxin is a potent, naturally occurring neurotoxin that selectively blocks voltage-gated sodium channels in nerve and muscle cells. Its high specificity makes it an invaluable tool for neuroscience research, enabling the study of ion channel function, neuronal signaling, and pain pathways. This compound is essential for researchers and developers in the fields of pharmacology, neurobiology, and toxicology, as well as for the production of analytical reference standards.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: As a selective sodium channel blocker for electrophysiological studies and neuronal signaling research.
• Pharmacological Studies: Used to investigate pain mechanisms and to develop models for neuropathic pain research.
• Toxicology & Safety Testing: Serves as a critical reference standard for the detection and quantification of tetrodotoxin in food and environmental samples.
• Biochemical Reagent: Employed in the study of ion channel structure and function, and in the development of channel-specific assays.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Potential use in the research of novel local anesthetics or neuroprotective agents.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetrodotoxin
CAS No.	4368-28-9
Molecular Formula	C11H17N3O8
Molecular Weight	319.27 g/mol
Synonyms	TTX; Tarichatoxin; Fugu Poison; Maculotoxin; Spheroidine; Tetrodontoxin; Anhydrotetrodotoxin 4-epitetrodotoxin
EINECS	224-458-8

Quality Control

Our Tetrodotoxin is produced and handled under strict quality protocols to ensure the highest standards of purity and consistency for research applications. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and safety data. We adhere to relevant guidelines for the production of high-purity biochemical reagents to guarantee reliable and reproducible results for your critical research.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at controlled room temperature (15-25°C) or as indicated on the product label or COA. Keep the container in a dry, well-ventilated place. This material is moisture-sensitive and light-sensitive; ensure containers are sealed properly after each use.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Loss on Drying	≤ 1.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals	≤ 10 ppm

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