Oxytocin (CAS 50-56-6) is a cyclic nonapeptide neurohormone with the sequence Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH₂ and a disulfide bridge between Cys¹-Cys⁶. Molecular weight 1007.2 Da. Synthesized in hypothalamic paraventricular and supraoptic nuclei, oxytocin binds the oxytocin receptor (OXTR), a Gαq/11-coupled GPCR expressed centrally and peripherally. Research compound — for laboratory use only.
Compound Specifications
Product Details
- Compound: Oxytocin
- Sequence: Cys-Tyr-Ile-Gln-Asn-Cys-Pro-Leu-Gly-NH₂ (disulfide bridge)
- Molecular Weight: 1007.2 Da
- Purity: >99%
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Sizes: 2mg, 5mg
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