Description

β-Casomorphins are a group of bioactive peptides derived from the enzymatic breakdown of bovine β-casein. These compounds are of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research due to their opioid-like activity and potential physiological effects. They are primarily utilized by research institutions, pharmaceutical developers, and nutraceutical companies investigating neurobiology, gastrointestinal function, and bioactive food components.

Application

• Biomedical Research: Used as reference standards and active agents in studies exploring opioid receptor interactions, pain modulation, and neurological pathways.
• Pharmaceutical Development: Serves as a key intermediate or target molecule in the research and development of novel therapeutic agents and diagnostic tools.
• Nutritional Science: Investigated for its role in dairy protein digestion, bioavailability, and potential physiological impacts post-consumption.
• In-vitro Diagnostics: Employed in the development and calibration of immunoassays and other analytical methods to detect and quantify casomorphins in various matrices.
• Biochemical Reagents: Acts as a high-purity biochemical reagent for enzymatic studies, cell culture experiments, and signal transduction research.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Casomorphins
CAS No.	79805-24-6
Molecular Formula	Contact for details
Molecular Weight	Contact for details
Synonyms	β-Casomorphin; β-Casomorphin; BCM; Casomorphin; Opioid Peptide from Casein; β-Casein Opioid Peptide; Bovine β-Casomorphin; β-Casomorphin (bovine)
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-Casomorphins are produced and handled under strict quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity suitable for research applications. Each lot is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and other critical parameters. We adhere to relevant industry standards for research-grade biochemicals.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry place at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and must be kept under anhydrous conditions. For long-term storage, consider desiccated or inert atmosphere conditions.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Heavy Metals	< 10 ppm

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