Oxytocin Acetate – 2mg

Oxytocin Acetate is a cyclic nonapeptide (9-amino acid) analog of the endogenous hypothalamic hormone oxytocin, featuring a disulfide bridge between Cys1 and Cys6. It acts primarily as a ligand for the oxytocin receptor (OXTR), a G-protein-coupled receptor that modulates intracellular signaling pathways including calcium mobilization and MAPK activation. In research settings, oxytocin acetate is investigated for its pleiotropic effects on social cognition, pair bonding, maternal behavior, stress resilience, anxiety reduction, trust enhancement, emotional empathy, and potential modulation of reward circuits. It has been studied in models of social deficits (e.g., autism spectrum), anxiety disorders, addiction, pain perception, and neuroendocrine homeostasis, often via intranasal or central administration to explore central vs. peripheral actions without broad systemic effects.
Oxytocin Acetate is provided strictly for laboratory and research purposes only.
Oxytocin Acetate is a synthetic hypothalamic peptide supplied in a 2mg vial as a lyophilized powder. It is provided exclusively for laboratory-based, in vitro research applications. Oxytocin Acetate has been studied in experimental models for its potential role in social behavior, stress response, and neuroendocrine pathways under controlled research conditions.
Specifications:

Quantity: 2mg per vial
Purity: ≥99% (analytically verified)
Molecular Formula: C43H66N12O12S2 (free base); C45H70N12O14S2 (acetate salt)
Molecular Weight: 1007.2 g/mol (free base); 1067.2 g/mol (acetate)
Form: Lyophilized powder
Appearance: White/off-white powder
Grade: Research use only – not for human or veterinary use
Storage & Handling: Store dry at –20 °C. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles
Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water or a suitable solvent for research protocols
Use appropriate PPE during handling

Important Notice: This product is intended for in vitro laboratory research use only. It is not intended for human consumption or for use in humans or animals. Buyer assumes all responsibility for proper handling and compliance with local regulations.
All batches are lab tested for identity and purity. COAs are available upon request.