Description

H-Arg-Phe-Ala-Oh is a synthetic tripeptide composed of the amino acids arginine, phenylalanine, and alanine. This compound is a crucial building block in peptide synthesis and biochemical research, offering high purity and reliable performance for advanced applications. It is primarily utilized by pharmaceutical R&D teams, biotechnology companies, and academic research institutions for drug discovery, proteomics studies, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Research & Development: Serves as a key intermediate in the synthesis of novel therapeutic peptides and peptidomimetics.
• Biochemical Studies: Used as a substrate or inhibitor in enzymatic assays to study protease activity and specificity.
• Proteomics & Mass Spectrometry: Functions as a calibration standard or reference compound in analytical workflows.
• Drug Discovery Platforms: Employed in high-throughput screening (HTS) libraries to identify new bioactive molecules.
• Academic Research: A fundamental reagent for investigating peptide structure, function, and metabolism in laboratory settings.
• Cosmeceutical Development: Investigated for potential use in advanced skincare formulations targeting specific biological pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	H-Arg-Phe-Ala-Oh
CAS No.	67368-27-8
Molecular Formula	C20H31N7O4
Molecular Weight	433.51 g/mol
Synonyms	Arg-Phe-Ala; RFA; H-Arg-Phe-Ala-OH; L-Arginyl-L-phenylalanyl-L-alanine; N2-[(N2-L-Arginyl-L-phenylalanyl)]-L-alanine; Tripeptide Arg-Phe-Ala; (S)-2-((S)-2-Amino-3-guanidinopropanamido)-3-phenylpropanoic acid
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our H-Arg-Phe-Ala-Oh is manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, MS for identity confirmation, and chiral analysis. A Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled in a low-humidity environment. For long-term storage, consider desiccated conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 1.0%
Optical Rotation	Contact for details

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