Description

Azoenkephalin CAS NO 76995-89-6 is a synthetic, biologically active peptide derivative. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research for its potential as a tool in studying opioid receptor interactions and signal transduction pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies engaged in neuroscience, pain management research, and peptide-based drug discovery.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: As a biochemical probe for investigating the function and binding characteristics of enkephalin-related opioid receptors.
• Pharmacological Studies: Used in vitro and in vivo models to study analgesic pathways and the modulation of pain perception.
• Drug Discovery: Serves as a reference standard or a lead compound in the development of novel peptide-based therapeutics targeting the central nervous system.
• Biochemical Assays: Employed in competitive binding assays and enzyme-linked immunosorbent assays (ELISAs) to quantify receptor-ligand interactions.
• Academic Research: A key reagent for universities and research institutes studying neuropeptides, their metabolism, and their role in physiological processes.

Basic Information

Product Name	Azoenkephalin
CAS No.	76995-89-6
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Synonyms	Azobenzene-4,4'-dicarboxamido-enkephalin; Azo-Enkephalin; Tyr-Gly-Gly-Phe-Leu-Azo; Photochromic enkephalin derivative; Photoswitchable enkephalin; Opioid receptor photoswitch
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Quality Control

Our Azoenkephalin is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency, suitable for sensitive research applications. All materials undergo rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity assessment and MS for identity confirmation. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters is provided with each shipment to support your quality assurance protocols.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. Due to its hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) nature, containers should be allowed to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Solubility	Soluble in DMSO, DMF; sparingly soluble in water

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