Description

Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg-Oh is a synthetic peptide derivative, specifically a benzoylated tetrapeptide amide. This compound serves as a valuable biochemical research tool and a key intermediate in the synthesis of more complex peptides and protease substrates. It is primarily utilized by researchers and manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and life science sectors for developing enzyme assays and investigating proteolytic pathways.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a model substrate for studying the activity and inhibition of serine proteases, particularly trypsin and trypsin-like enzymes.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key synthetic intermediate in the research and production of peptide-based drug candidates and diagnostic agents.
• Enzyme Assay Kits: Incorporated into commercial and in-house assay kits to measure protease activity in various biological samples.
• Academic Research: Employed in university and institutional labs for fundamental studies in enzymology, peptide chemistry, and cell signaling pathways.
• Quality Control: Can be used as a reference standard in the quality control of related peptide APIs and finished pharmaceutical products.

Basic Information

Product Name	Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg-Oh
CAS No.	73167-83-6
Molecular Formula	C30H41N9O6
Molecular Weight	623.71 g/mol
Synonyms	Benzoyl-Glycyl-Phenylalanyl-Arginine; Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg-OH; Nα-Benzoylglycyl-L-phenylalanyl-L-arginine; Benzoylglycylphenylalanylarginine; Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg; Protease Substrate Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg; Trypsin Substrate Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg; H-Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg-OH
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Quality Control

Our Bz-Gly-Phe-Arg-Oh is manufactured under strict quality systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and MS for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets stringent specifications for research use. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with every shipment, documenting the results for identity, assay, and impurity profiles.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at 2-8°C (refrigerated) or as indicated on the label or COA. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed in a dry environment to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	≤ 20 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Conforms to ICH guidelines

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