Description

Oxytocin, Gly-Lys-Arg- is a synthetic peptide derivative of the neurohypophysial hormone oxytocin. This compound is of significant interest for advanced pharmaceutical research and development, particularly in the study of hormone analogs and peptide-based therapeutics. It serves as a critical intermediate and reference standard for researchers and manufacturers in the global biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediate: Key building block for the synthesis of novel oxytocin analogs and peptide conjugates.
• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard in receptor binding studies, signal transduction research, and neuroendocrinology.
• Drug Discovery: Valuable tool compound for screening and developing new therapeutics targeting the oxytocin receptor pathway.
• Peptide Library Synthesis: Serves as a specialized component in the creation of focused peptide libraries for high-throughput screening.
• Academic & Clinical Research: Supports fundamental and applied research into social behavior, lactation, and parturition mechanisms.
• Diagnostic Development: Potential use in the development of immunoassays and diagnostic kits for hormonal analysis.

Basic Information

Product Name	Oxytocin, Gly-Lys-Arg-
CAS No.	90685-16-8
Molecular Formula	C48H74N14O13S2
Molecular Weight	1095.3 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycyl-L-lysyl-L-arginyl-oxytocin; Oxytocin (1→3)-tripeptide; H-Gly-Lys-Arg-Oxytocin; Oxytocin precursor fragment; Oxytocin-Gly-Lys-Arg; [Gly1,Lys2,Arg3]-Oxytocin; Tocinoic acid, Gly-Lys-Arg- derivative
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Quality Control

Our Oxytocin, Gly-Lys-Arg- is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch is subjected to comprehensive analytical testing, including HPLC for purity, mass spectrometry for identity confirmation, and tests for related substances and residual solvents. We provide a detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) with every shipment, ensuring traceability and compliance with your research or cGMP guidelines.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store at -20°C or below in a dry environment. The 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
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 2.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%
Acetate Content (HPIC)	≤ 10.0%

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