Description

Cobra Cytotoxin Iv CAS NO 60488-15-5 is a potent, high-purity peptide toxin derived from cobra venom, specifically identified by the CAS registry number 60488-15-5. This compound is of significant value in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its specific action on cell membranes and ion channels. It is primarily required by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies for applications in neuroscience, cell biology studies, and the development of novel therapeutic agents.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Used as a specific tool to study ion channel function, synaptic transmission, and neuronal cell death pathways.
• Cell Biology Studies: Employed to investigate mechanisms of cytotoxicity, membrane pore formation, and programmed cell death (apoptosis).
• Pharmacological Screening: Serves as a reference standard or active agent in high-throughput screening assays for drug discovery targeting neuropathic pain or neuroprotection.
• Biochemical Reagent: Utilized in enzymatic studies and as a ligand for receptor binding assays to understand toxin-receptor interactions.
• Antivenom Development: Acts as a critical antigen in the research and production of next-generation antivenoms and therapeutic antibodies.
• Academic Research: Provides a key research material for universities and institutes focusing on venomomics, toxinology, and comparative biochemistry.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cobra Cytotoxin Iv
CAS No.	60488-15-5
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	Cytotoxin IV; Cobra Cytotoxin 4; Cardiotoxin IV; CTX IV; Cobra Venom Cytotoxin; Naja naja atra Cytotoxin; Short Neurotoxin Homolog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Cobra Cytotoxin Iv is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high biological activity. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and sterility data where applicable. We adhere to relevant guidelines for research-grade biochemicals to support reproducible scientific outcomes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, keep desiccated. Aliquot to avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Biological Activity	Assayed and reported per COA
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/mg (if applicable)
Moisture Content (KF)	< 5.0 %

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