Description

Calcitonin, Human, Val(8)- is a synthetic analogue of the human calcitonin hormone, specifically engineered for enhanced stability and biological activity. This high-purity peptide is critical for research and development in metabolic bone disease and calcium regulation studies. It is an essential raw material for pharmaceutical companies, academic research institutions, and diagnostic kit manufacturers focused on endocrinology and osteoporosis therapeutics.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Serves as a key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) or precursor in the formulation of calcitonin-based therapeutics.
• Biomedical Research: Used as a reference standard and experimental agent in studies of bone metabolism, calcium homeostasis, and osteoclast activity.
• In Vitro Diagnostics (IVD): Employed in the development and calibration of immunoassays and diagnostic tests for measuring calcitonin levels.
• Peptide Chemistry Studies: Utilized in research exploring structure-activity relationships (SAR) of peptide hormones and analog design.
• Cell Signaling Research: Applied in pharmacological studies to investigate calcitonin receptor activation and downstream signaling pathways.

Basic Information

Item	Detail
Product Name	Calcitonin, Human, Val(8)-
CAS No.	89355-26-0
Molecular Formula	C145H240N44O48S2
Molecular Weight	3417.9 g/mol
Synonyms	Val8-Calcitonin (human); [Val8]-Calcitonin; Human Calcitonin (8-Valine); hCT (Val8); Calcitonin Human Valine-8; Salmon Calcitonin Analog; TCA2; Hypocalcemic Hormone Analog
EINECS	Contact for details

Quality Control

Our Calcitonin, Human, Val(8)- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, mass spectrometry for identity confirmation, and biological activity assays. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing all specifications and test results are available upon request.

Storage

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

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%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Acetate Content (HPLC)	≤ 10.0%
Biological Activity	Contact for details

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