Dihexa

Dihexa

Dihexa

Product Name: Dihexa
CAS No.: 1401708-83-5
Synonym: PNB-0408, N-hexanoic-Tyr-Ile-(6)-aminohexanoic amide
Document Version: V1.0
Application Scope: For Laboratory Research Only
Release Date: 2026

1. Basic Chemical Information

Test Item
Specification
Full Name
Dihexa
Chemical Name
(2S,3S)-N-(6-amino-6-oxohexyl)-2-[[(2S)-2-(hexanoylamino)-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propanoyl]amino]-3-methylpentanamide
Molecular Formula
C₂₇H₄₄N₄O₅
Molecular Weight
504.66 Da
Structural Sequence
Hexanoyl-Tyr-Ile-Ahx-NH₂ (Modified dipeptide derivative)
Peptide Feature
Synthetic angiotensin IV derivative, small-molecule bioactive peptide analog
Target Receptor
c-Met / HGFR receptor
Biological Function
Potent neuroprotective and synaptogenic compound; activates HGF/c-Met signaling pathway, promotes neuronal repair, enhances synaptic plasticity, improves cognitive function, widely used in neuroscience and brain injury mechanism research

2. Physical Characteristics

  • Appearance: White to off-white lyophilized crystalline powder
  • Odor: Odorless
  • Solubility: Soluble in DMSO and methanol; sparingly soluble in sterile purified water; insoluble in non-polar organic solvents
  • Aqueous Solution pH (1 mg/mL): 6.0 – 8.0
  • Hygroscopicity: Moderately hygroscopic. Keep tightly sealed, dry and dark, avoid long-term air exposure and high humidity

3. Quality Specifications (Research Grade)

Test Item
Test Method
Standard Specification
Identity
RP-HPLC, ESI-MS
Match with standard reference; MW tolerance ±2 Da
Purity (HPLC Area)
RP-HPLC
 ≥99.0%
Maximum Single Impurity
RP-HPLC
≤0.50%
Total Impurities
RP-HPLC
≤2.0%
Peptide Assay Content
HPLC / Titration
98.0% – 102.0%
Water Content
Karl Fischer
≤1.0%
Residual TFA/Acetate
Ion Chromatography
≤0.5%
Endotoxin
LAL Test (USP <85>)
≤10 EU/mg
Heavy Metals
ICP-MS
Pb,As,Cd,Hg ≤10 ppm each
Residual Organic Solvents
GC
Compliant with ICH Q3C standard
Amino Acid Composition
Amino Acid Analyzer
Within ±10% theoretical value

4. Storage & Stability Conditions

4.1 Lyophilized Powder (Original Package)

  • Long-term Storage: ≤ -80℃, sealed, dry and dark environment, shelf life: 24 months
  • Medium-term Storage: -20℃, sealed and desiccated, shelf life: 12 months
  • Note: Avoid repeated freezing and thawing cycles

4.2 Reconstituted Solution

  • -80℃: Stable for 6 months
  • -20℃: Stable for 1 month
  • Prohibition: Do not store solution at room temperature or 4℃ for a long time

5. Stock Solution Preparation

Molecular Weight: 504.66 Da
1 mM Standard Solution: Weigh 0.505 mg Dihexa powder, dissolve in 1 mL DMSO or sterile solvent
Recommended Solvent: DMSO (preferred), methanol, sterile purified water
Operation Tip: Fresh preparation is recommended for in vitro and in vivo neurological research assays.

6. Safety Handling & Disclaimer

  • This synthetic bioactive peptide analog is slightly irritant to eyes, skin and respiratory mucosa.
  • Wear standard PPE: lab coat, nitrile gloves, safety goggles during operation.
  • Avoid inhalation of powder dust and direct skin contact.
  • Waste materials shall be disposed in accordance with local chemical waste management regulations.
  • Strict Disclaimer: This product is only for scientific laboratory research. Not for human clinical use, medication or veterinary application.

7. HPLC Analytical Test Conditions

  • Column: C18 Analytical Column (250×4.6mm, 5μm)
  • Mobile Phase A: 0.1% TFA in Water
  • Mobile Phase B: 0.1% TFA in Acetonitrile
  • Detection Wavelength: 220 nm / 280 nm
  • Flow Rate: 1.0 mL/min
  • Column Temperature: 30℃

8. Analytical Spectrum Characterization

8.1 RP-HPLC Chromatogram

Sharp and symmetric main peak with no obvious impurity peaks exceeding standard limit. Batch-specific HPLC chromatogram is available for customer verification upon request.

8.2 NMR Spectroscopy (¹H-NMR / ¹³C-NMR)

Test solvent: DMSO-d₆ / D₂O, 400–500 MHz. Characteristic chemical shifts of tyrosine, isoleucine and hexanoyl modified groups are consistent with Dihexa target molecular structure. Official NMR spectrum report can be provided for bulk orders.

8.3 ESI-MS Identity Confirmation

Theoretical molecular weight: 504.66 Da; Expected quasi-molecular ion [M+H]⁺ = 505.66 Da, mass detection tolerance ±2 Da, fully matches structural identity.

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