Description

β-Agkistrodotoxin is a highly specific and potent neurotoxin isolated from the venom of the *Agkistrodon* genus of pit vipers. This compound is of significant value in neuroscience and pharmacological research due to its selective antagonism of certain ion channels, making it a critical tool for studying neuronal signaling and pain pathways. It is primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical R&D departments, and biotechnology companies engaged in neurobiology, toxin research, and drug discovery.

Application

• Neuroscience Research: As a selective probe for studying the function and distribution of specific neuronal ion channels and receptors.
• Pharmacological Studies: Used in vitro and in vivo to investigate pain mechanisms, synaptic transmission, and the development of novel analgesic compounds.
• Toxin & Venom Research: Serves as a reference standard for the biochemical characterization of snake venoms and the study of toxin evolution.
• Drug Discovery Screening: Employed in high-throughput assays to identify and validate new therapeutic targets within the nervous system.
• Physiological Pathway Analysis: A tool for elucidating the role of specific ion channels in cellular excitability and signal transduction pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Agkistrodotoxin
CAS No.	78207-24-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	β-Agkistrodotoxin; Agkistrodotoxin-β; β-Agkistrodotoxin; β-AgkTx; Venom toxin β-Agkistrodotoxin; *Agkistrodon* β-neurotoxin
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-Agkistrodotoxin is produced and handled under stringent quality protocols to ensure the highest standards of purity and biological activity for research applications. Each batch is accompanied by comprehensive analytical documentation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity confirmation, and bioactivity assays are available upon request to support your regulatory and research needs.

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. Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent condensation.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms to reference standard
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Biological Activity	Assayed; data on COA
Endotoxin Level	< 1.0 EU/mg
Solubility	Soluble in aqueous buffers or specified solvents

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