Description

Follicle Stimulating Hormone (FSH) is a critical glycoprotein hormone essential for regulating the reproductive processes in both males and females. Its primary commercial value lies in its high purity and biological activity, making it indispensable for advanced pharmaceutical research, development, and manufacturing. This product is vital for biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical manufacturers, and research institutions focused on fertility treatments, endocrinology studies, and the production of therapeutic biologics.

Application

• Fertility Treatment Formulations: Key active pharmaceutical ingredient (API) in injectable drugs for assisted reproductive technologies (ART) like in vitro fertilization (IVF).
• Pharmaceutical R&D: Used in research to study ovarian folliculogenesis, spermatogenesis, and hormonal feedback mechanisms.
• Biologic Drug Manufacturing: Serves as a critical raw material in the production of recombinant hormone therapies and biosimilars.
• Diagnostic Kit Production: Utilized as a standard or calibrant in immunoassays and diagnostic tests for hormonal disorders.
• Veterinary Medicine: Applied in veterinary practices for managing fertility and breeding programs in livestock.
• Cell Culture & Biotechnology: Used in specialized cell culture media to support studies in reproductive biology and stem cell research.

Basic Information

Product Name	Follicle Stimulating Hormone
CAS No.	9002-68-0
Molecular Formula	C860H1343N229O244S10 (Alpha subunit typical)
Molecular Weight	Approx. 30,000 Da (Glycoform dependent)
Synonyms	FSH; Follitropin; Follicle-Stimulating Hormone; Foliltropina; Follicle Stimulating Hormone, Human; Follikelstimulierendes Hormon; Hormone folliculostimulante; Gonadotropin, Pituitary; Urinary FSH; Urofollitropin; Recombinant FSH (rFSH)
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Quality Control

Our Follicle Stimulating Hormone is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to a comprehensive battery of tests including biological activity (in vivo/in vitro bioassay), purity analysis by HPLC and electrophoresis, and identity confirmation (IR, peptide mapping) to ensure it meets stringent specifications for pharmaceutical use. Certificates of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, potency, and impurity profiles are provided with every shipment.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at 2-8°C. This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). For long-term storage, consider desiccant or under controlled atmosphere. Keep frozen at -20°C for extended stability.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White or off-white lyophilized powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms to reference standard
Biological Potency	≥ 10,000 IU/mg (or as per grade)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Protein Content (UV)	≥ 90.0%
Moisture (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Bacterial Endotoxins	< 10.0 EU/mg
Sterility (Membrane Filtration)	Sterile

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