Description

β-Casomorphin (1-5), Amide, Bovine is a bioactive peptide fragment derived from bovine milk casein. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research due to its opioid receptor activity. It is primarily utilized by research institutions and pharmaceutical development companies investigating neurobiology, peptide-based therapeutics, and the physiological effects of dietary peptides.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard and active agent in studies exploring endogenous opioid pathways and receptor binding assays.
• Neuroscience Studies: Investigation of its effects on the central nervous system, including potential analgesic, behavioral, and gastrointestinal motility modulation.
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Serves as a lead compound or model for the development of novel peptide-based drugs targeting pain management or neurological disorders.
• Nutritional Science: Research into the bioactivity of milk-derived peptides (exorphins) and their impact on human health post-digestion.
• Analytical Standard: High-purity grade used for method development, calibration, and quantification in analytical techniques like HPLC and mass spectrometry.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Casomorphin (1-5), Amide, Bovine
CAS No.	83936-23-6
Molecular Formula	C27H41N7O7
Molecular Weight	575.66 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Casomorphin-5 amide; Bovine β-Casomorphin (1-5) amide; Tyr-Pro-Phe-Pro-Gly-NH2; β-CM-5 amide; β-Casomorphin-5-NH2; H-Tyr-Pro-Phe-Pro-Gly-NH2; Opioid peptide β-casomorphin-5 amide
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our β-Casomorphin (1-5), Amide, Bovine is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity and identity confirmation via mass spectrometry. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, residual solvents, and other critical parameters are provided to ensure compliance with research-grade standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. Due to its hygroscopic nature, the product should be allowed to equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to prevent moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC/MS)	Conforms
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%

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