Novokinin supplier/358738-77-9/Peptide purification

Novokinin is a peptide that acts as an angiotensin AT2 receptor agonist, composed of six amino acids, and specifically binds to the angiotensin AT2 receptor. Novokinin exhibits vasodilatory and antihypertensive activities by activating IP (prostacyclin) receptors,and inhibits food intake by activating PGE2-EP4.

Specifications

Apperance: White to off-white powder

Purity(HPLC): ≥98.0%

Single Impurity: ≤2.0%

Acetate Content(HPLC): 5.0%～12.0%

Water Content (Karl Fischer): ≤10.0%

Peptide Content: ≥80.0%

Packing and Shipping: Low temperature, vacuum packing, accurate to mg as required.

FAQ：

If you want to do a biotin modification at the N terminal, do you need to put a gap between the biotin and the peptide sequence?

The standard biotin labeling procedure used by our company is to attach an Ahx to the peptide chain, followed by biotin. Ahx is a 6-carbon compound that acts as a barrier between the peptide and the biotin.

What are the differences between peptides and proteins?

Peptides and proteins are both composed of amino acids, but they differ in molecular weight and length. Generally, those with a molecular weight less than 10,000 daltons (Da) and shorter amino acid chains are called peptides, while those with a larger molecular weight and longer amino acid chains are referred to as proteins.

Were the peptides containing Cys reduced before shipment?

If the peptide is not found to have been oxidized, we generally do not reduce Cys. All polypeptides are obtained from crude products purified and lyophilized under pH2 conditions, which at least to some extent prevent the oxidation of Cys. Peptides containing Cys are purified at pH2 unless there is a specific reason to purify at pH6.8. If purification is performed at pH6.8, the purified product must be treated with acid immediately to prevent oxidation. In the final quality control step, for the peptides containing Cys, if the presence of molecular weight (2P+H) substance is found on the MS map, it indicates that a dimer has been formed. If there is no problem with MS and HPLC, we will directly lyophilize and ship the goods without any further processing. It should be noted that peptides containing Cys undergo slow oxidation over time, and the degree of oxidation depends on peptide sequence and storage conditions.

Why should peptides be modified by N-terminal acetylation and C-terminal amidation?
Such modifications can give peptide sequences properties that are native to proteins.

What are the best preservation conditions? How stable is the peptide?

After lyophilized, polypeptide can form fluff or flocculant powder, which can avoid premature degradation of polypeptide. Recommended storage conditions: a. -20℃ storage or dry environment b. Try to avoid repeated freeze-thaw c. Try to avoid storage in solution state (freeze-dried powder can be stored in separate packages for convenience of use) d. If it must be stored in solution, it is recommended to dissolve the peptides in sterile water under weakly acidic conditions and store at -20℃.