Description

α-Endorphin is a naturally occurring endogenous opioid peptide with significant biological activity. This compound is crucial for research into neurobiology, pain modulation, and stress response mechanisms. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, academic research institutions, and biotechnology companies focused on neuroscience and analgesic drug discovery.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: Fundamental studies on opioid receptors, neurotransmission, and neural pathways.
• Analgesic Mechanism Studies: Investigation of endogenous pain relief systems and the development of novel pain therapeutics.
• Behavioral & Stress Research: Exploration of the role of endorphins in stress response, mood regulation, and reward circuits.
• Biochemical Standard: Use as a reference standard in analytical methods such as HPLC and mass spectrometry for peptide quantification.
• Drug Discovery & Development: Screening and characterization of new compounds targeting opioid pathways.
• In vitro & In vivo Assays: Functional assays to study peptide-receptor interactions and downstream cellular effects.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	α-Endorphin
CAS No.	61512-76-3
Molecular Formula	C77H120N18O26S
Molecular Weight	1746.0 g/mol
Synonyms	α-Endorphin; Endorphin, α-; LPH-(61-76); β-Lipotropin (61-76); Lipotropin, γ-; Met-enkephalin-Arg6-Phe7; Tyr-Gly-Gly-Phe-Met-Thr-Ser-Glu-Lys-Ser-Gln-Thr-Pro-Leu-Val-Thr
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our α-Endorphin is produced and tested to meet the exacting standards required for research and development applications. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical characterization, including purity assessment by HPLC and structural confirmation by mass spectrometry. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing identity, purity, and content is provided to ensure traceability and compliance with your quality protocols.

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. Allow the vial to reach room temperature before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in water, acetic acid, DMSO

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