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KPV: CAS number, formula, molecular weight and sequence

KPV (Lys-Pro-Val) is a tripeptide (alpha-MSH 11-13), CAS 67727-97-3, molecular formula C16H30N4O4, average molecular weight 342.43 g/mol.

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Chemical data

Name
KPV
Synonyms
Lys-Pro-Val · L-Lysyl-L-prolyl-L-valine · alpha-MSH (11-13) · ACTH-(11-13)
CAS number
67727-97-3
Molecular formula
C16H30N4O4
Average molecular weight
342.43 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
342.2267 Da
Residues
3
Class
Tripeptide (alpha-MSH 11-13)
PubChem CID
125672
Form supplied
Lyophilized powder
Purity specification
≥98% (HPLC)
Storage
Store lyophilized at -20°C; protect from light

Sequence

KPV

H-Lys-Pro-Val-OH, unmodified, free termini (C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-MSH, residues 11-13).

KPV molarity calculator

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Result

7.301 mM

2.5 mg/mL

References

Publications characterising this compound. Neupeptides makes no representation as to the findings, methods or applicability of the work below. The list is bibliographic and is not a claim about any product.

  1. Chavatte P, et al. Conformational analysis of tripeptide Ac-Lys-Pro-Val-NH2, COOH-terminal sequence of alpha-MSH. J Pharm Pharmacol. 2001. PMID 11480545 · doi:10.1211/0022357011776360
  2. Cody WL, et al. Cyclic melanotropins. 5. Importance of the C-terminal tripeptide (Lys-Pro-Val). J Med Chem. 1984. PMID 6332195 · doi:10.1021/jm00375a018

Questions

KPV FAQ

The CAS registry number of KPV is 67727-97-3.

KPV has an average molecular weight of 342.43 g/mol and a monoisotopic mass of 342.2267 Da, molecular formula C16H30N4O4. Salt forms such as acetate weigh more; the Certificate of Analysis states the form of each lot.

KPV has 3 residues: KPV. H-Lys-Pro-Val-OH, unmodified, free termini (C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-MSH, residues 11-13).

Neupeptides supplies KPV as a lyophilized powder in a sealed vial, for laboratory research use only. Storage: Store lyophilized at -20°C; protect from light. Each lot has a Certificate of Analysis, linked from the QR code on the box.