Description

β-Casomorphin I is a bioactive opioid peptide derived from the enzymatic breakdown of bovine β-casein. This compound is of significant interest in biochemical and pharmacological research for its role in studying opioid receptor interactions and potential physiological effects. It serves as a critical reference standard and research tool for scientists in neurobiology, food science, and analytical chemistry. The product is supplied as a high-purity material to ensure reliable and reproducible experimental results.

Application

• Biochemical Research: Used as a reference standard in studies investigating the structure and function of opioid peptides.
• Pharmacological Studies: Essential for in vitro and in vivo research on opioid receptor binding, signaling pathways, and physiological effects.
• Analytical Chemistry: Serves as a certified reference material (CRM) for method development and validation in HPLC, LC-MS, and other analytical techniques.
• Neuroscience: A key tool for exploring the role of dietary-derived exorphins on the central nervous system and gut-brain axis.
• Food Science & Safety: Employed in research to understand the formation and bioavailability of casomorphins in dairy products and their potential health implications.
• Drug Discovery: Used as a starting point or comparator in the development of novel analgesic or therapeutic agents targeting opioid pathways.

Basic Information

Product Name	β-Casomorphin I
CAS No.	97453-39-9
Molecular Formula	C₄₁H₅₆N₁₀O₁₂
Molecular Weight	888.95 g/mol
Synonyms	β-Casomorphin I; β-Casomorphin-7; Bovine β-Casomorphin-7; Tyr-Pro-Phe-Pro-Gly-Pro-Ile; YPFPGPI; β-CM-7; Opioid peptide β-casomorphin-7; H-Tyr-Pro-Phe-Pro-Gly-Pro-Ile-OH
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Quality Control

Our β-Casomorphin I is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Each batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including identification by spectroscopic methods (IR, MS) and purity assessment by HPLC to ensure it meets high-grade research standards. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) providing batch-specific data on identity, purity, and impurities is supplied with every order to guarantee traceability and consistency for your critical research applications.

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 equilibrate to room temperature in a desiccator before opening to minimize moisture uptake.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white powder
Identification (HPLC)	Conforms to reference standard
Identification (MS)	Conforms to structure
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 5.0%
Peptide Content	≥ 80.0%
Single Impurity (HPLC)	≤ 1.0%

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