Description

Oxytocin, (1-(2-Hydroxy-3-Mercaptopropionic Acid))-Thr(4)-Gly(7)- is a synthetic analogue of the neuropeptide hormone oxytocin, designed for enhanced stability and specific research applications. This compound is critical for researchers and developers in the life sciences sector requiring a precise and reliable tool for studying oxytocin receptor pathways. It is primarily utilized in advanced pharmaceutical research, neurobiological studies, and the development of novel therapeutic agents targeting social behavior, reproduction, and stress response systems.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: As a key reference standard and active ingredient in the preclinical development of neuropeptide-based therapeutics.
• Neurobiological Studies: For investigating the role of oxytocin receptors in social bonding, anxiety, maternal behavior, and memory.
• Biochemical Assay Development: Used in the calibration and validation of receptor binding assays (RBA) and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISA).
• Veterinary Medicine Research: Applied in studies related to animal reproduction, parturition, and lactation.
• Academic Research: A fundamental tool in university and institutional labs for physiological and behavioral research.
• Peptide Chemistry & Stability Studies: Serving as a model compound for studying the effects of structural modifications on peptide stability and activity.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxytocin, (1-(2-Hydroxy-3-Mercaptopropionic Acid))-Thr(4)-Gly(7)-
CAS No.	60786-60-9
Molecular Formula	C₄₃H₆₆N₁₂O₁₂S₂
Molecular Weight	1007.2 g/mol
Synonyms	1-(2-Hydroxy-3-mercaptopropanoic acid)-4-threonine-7-glycine-oxytocin; [Mpa¹, Thr⁴, Gly⁷]-Oxytocin; Carbetocin Impurity; Desamino-1-carba-2-O-methyltyrosine-4-threonine-8-ornithine-oxytocin; Oxytocin analogue; Tocinoic Acid; (1-β-Mercaptopropionic acid, 4-L-threonine, 7-glycine)-oxytocin
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Quality Control

Our Oxytocin, (1-(2-Hydroxy-3-Mercaptopropionic Acid))-Thr(4)-Gly(7)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, MS for identity confirmation, and amino acid analysis, to ensure it meets exacting research-grade specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) with detailed chromatographic data are provided to guarantee traceability, consistency, and compliance with your research protocols.

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) and easily oxidized; for long-term storage, consider under an inert atmosphere. Allow the sealed vial to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Individual impurity ≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content (Amino Acid Analysis)	≥ 80.0%

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