Description

Cecropin A (1-33) is a potent, naturally occurring antimicrobial peptide (AMP) derived from the giant silk moth, *Hyalophora cecropia*. This compound is of significant interest for its broad-spectrum activity against bacteria, fungi, and certain parasites, offering a promising alternative to conventional antibiotics. It is primarily utilized by researchers and developers in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and agricultural sectors for applications ranging from novel therapeutic development to antimicrobial surface coatings.

Application

• Antimicrobial Agent Development: Serves as a lead compound for designing new peptide-based antibiotics to combat drug-resistant pathogens.
• Biomedical Research: Used in studies investigating innate immunity, host-defense mechanisms, and membrane-disrupting activities.
• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Explored as an active ingredient in topical antimicrobial creams, wound healing gels, and medical device coatings.
• Agricultural Biotechnology: Investigated for developing transgenic crops with enhanced disease resistance.
• Food Preservation: Research into its potential as a natural preservative to inhibit spoilage microorganisms.
• Cosmeceuticals: Incorporated into formulations for its potential skin-protective and anti-acne properties.

Basic Information

Product Name	Cecropin A (1-33)
CAS No.	81541-05-1
Molecular Formula	C185H301N55O53
Molecular Weight	~4002.8 g/mol
Synonyms	Cecropin A; Cecropin A Peptide; Cecropin A (1-33) amide; Hylophora cecropia cecropin A; Antibacterial peptide cecropin A; Cecropin A1; CecA; Contact for additional synonyms.
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Quality Control

Our Cecropin A (1-33) is produced under stringent conditions to ensure high purity and batch-to-batch consistency. Quality is verified through comprehensive analytical techniques including HPLC for purity and MS for identity confirmation. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, peptide content, and endotoxin levels are available upon request.

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 reach room temperature 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%
Peptide Content	≥ 80% (by weight)
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Acetate Content (HPLC)	≤ 10.0%
Endotoxin	< 10 EU/mg

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