Description

β-Lipotropin (1-10) (Porcine) is a specific bioactive peptide fragment derived from the larger β-lipotropin hormone. This compound is of significant interest for research into lipid metabolism, melanocyte-stimulating hormone (MSH) activity, and endogenous opioid pathways. It serves as a critical reference standard and biochemical tool for pharmaceutical R&D and academic studies in endocrinology and neurobiology. Researchers and developers in the life sciences sector require this high-purity peptide for assay development, receptor binding studies, and metabolic research.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard in studies investigating the structure, function, and metabolic pathways of lipotropin-derived peptides.
• Endocrinology Studies: Essential for researching the role of peptide fragments in hormone regulation, lipid mobilization, and metabolic processes.
• Neuroscience & Opioid Research: Applied in receptor binding assays and functional studies to explore its potential endogenous opioid activity and interactions with the central nervous system.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or analytical standard in the development of peptide-based therapeutics targeting metabolic disorders.
• Diagnostic Assay Development: Utilized in the calibration and validation of immunoassays (e.g., ELISA, RIA) designed to detect related hormones and biomarkers.
• Academic & Institutional Laboratories: A fundamental reagent for graduate and post-doctoral research in biochemistry, physiology, and pharmacology.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Lipotropin (1-10) (Porcine)
CAS No.	77875-68-4
Molecular Formula	C53H85N15O15S
Molecular Weight	1180.4 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Lipotropin (1-10), Porcine; β-LPH (1-10); β-Lipotropin Fragment 1-10; LPH (1-10); β-LPH (1-10); β-Lipotropin (1-10) porcine; β-Lipotropin 1-10 (porcine); H-Glu-Leu-Ala-Gly-Ala-Pro-Pro-Glu-Pro-Ala-OH
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Quality Control

Our β-Lipotropin (1-10) (Porcine) is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and MS for identity confirmation, to ensure it meets the high standards required for research applications. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, assay, and chromatographic data is provided with every shipment to guarantee traceability and consistency.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Assay (Peptide Content)	≥ 80.0%
Amino Acid Composition	Conforms to theoretical values
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Acetate Content (HPLC)	≤ 10.0%

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