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MSH Release Inhibiting Factor, amide CAS NO.2002-44-0

<p>MSH Release Inhibiting Factor, amide (CAS NO.:2002-44-0), is a bioactive tripeptide with critical regulatory roles in the endocrine and nervous systems. With a molecular formula of C<span style="font-size: 11px;">13</span>H<span style="font-size: 10px;">24</span>N<span style="font-size: 10px;">4</span>O<span style="font-size: 10px;">3 </span>and a molecular weight of 284.36g/mol , this naturally occurring peptide…

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TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS


Item
Specification
Product Name
MSH Release Inhibiting Factor, amide
CAS NO.
2002-44-0
Appearance
White to off-white lyophilized powder
Molecular Formula
C13H24N4O3
Molecular Weight
284.36g/mol 
Purity (RP-HPLC)
≥ 95.0%
Solubility

Soluble in water (≥1 mg/mL), PBS buffer (pH 7.2–7.4), and DMSO; slightly soluble in methanol/ethanol

Endotoxin< 1.0 EU/mg
Biological Activity
Inhibits the release of α-MSH/β-MSH from the pituitary; modulates dopamine and serotonin pathways; EC₅₀ < 10 nM in in vitro release inhibition assays
Storage Conditions
-20°C (long-term, stable for 2 years); avoid repeated freeze-thaw; store desiccated
Stock Location
Stock in USA
MOQ
1g


1.MECHANISM OF ACTION

The core biological mechanism of MSH Release Inhibiting Factor, amide revolves around its regulatory effects on the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and neurotransmitter systems. It exerts its MSH-inhibiting activity by binding to specific receptors on pituitary melanotroph cells, suppressing the secretion of α-MSH and β-MSH through the inhibition of cyclic adenosine monophosphate (cAMP)-dependent signaling pathways. This action directly modulates skin pigmentation processes by reducing melanin synthesis downstream of MSH.


2.PRODUCT INDICATIONS

Neuroendocrine research: Investigation of the HPA axis regulation, MSH secretion mechanisms, and hypothalamic-pituitary signaling pathways.

Neuroscience research: Study of dopamine/serotonin pathway modulation, mood disorders, pain management, and neuroprotective strategies.

Skin pigmentation research: Exploration of melanin synthesis regulation and potential tools for hyperpigmentation disorder studies.


3.CLINICAL EFFICACY OF PRODUCT

MSH Release Inhibiting Factor, amide is currently in preclinical research and early-phase clinical exploration, with promising efficacy demonstrated in multiple in vitro and in vivo models. In animal studies, it has shown significant ability to inhibit pituitary MSH release, reducing skin pigmentation in rodent models—providing a potential research basis for treating hyperpigmentation disorders such as melasma.


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