Description

Decarbamoylneosaxitoxin is a potent neurotoxin analog, a key derivative of the saxitoxin family. This compound is of significant interest for advanced research in neuroscience and pharmacology, particularly in the study of voltage-gated sodium channels. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and diagnostic manufacturers for applications in receptor binding studies, toxin mechanism research, and as a reference standard.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: A critical tool for studying the structure and function of voltage-gated sodium channels (Nav channels) and their role in neuronal signaling.
• Pharmacological Studies: Used in the development and screening of potential therapeutic agents targeting ion channelopathies and neuropathic pain.
• Toxin Mechanism Analysis: Serves as a reference compound for investigating the mode of action and potency of paralytic shellfish toxins (PSTs).
• Diagnostic Development: Employed as a calibrant or reference standard in the development of immunoassays and analytical methods for detecting marine biotoxins.
• Biochemical Reagent: Used in specialized biochemical assays to probe protein-ligand interactions involving sodium channels.
• Safety and Regulatory Testing: Acts as a critical quality control standard for laboratories monitoring shellfish safety and ensuring compliance with food safety regulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Decarbamoylneosaxitoxin
CAS No.	68683-58-9
Molecular Formula	C9H15N7O4
Molecular Weight	285.26 g/mol
Synonyms	dcSTX; Decarbamoyl Saxitoxin; 1,2,3,7,8,9-Hexahydro-2,6-diamino-8-hydroxy-7-methylimidazo[1,2,3-cd]purine-4,10-dione; De-STX; De-carbamoyl saxitoxin; Neosaxitoxin decarbamoyl derivative
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Decarbamoylneosaxitoxin is produced under strict quality management protocols to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical characterization, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting all relevant specifications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be handled under anhydrous conditions to maintain stability. For long-term storage, keep desiccated.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0 %
Specific Rotation	Contact for details

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