Epitalon 10mg
Epitalon is a synthetic tetrapeptide with the sequence Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly, developed as a defined analogue of the bovine pineal extract Epithalamin. Supplied as 10mg lyophilized powder for in-vitro laboratory research.
About Epitalon
Epitalon, also written Epithalon, consists of four amino acids: alanine, glutamic acid, aspartic acid and glycine, abbreviated AEDG. It was developed by Vladimir Khavinson as a chemically defined substitute for Epithalamin, a peptide extract isolated from bovine pineal gland.
This distinction matters and is frequently blurred by suppliers. Epithalamin is a mixture of polypeptides from animal tissue; Epitalon is a single synthetic tetrapeptide of known sequence. They carry different registry numbers, and only the synthetic tetrapeptide is supplied here.
Published research on Epitalon, concentrated in the Russian gerontology literature, has examined telomerase activity in cell culture, circadian and melatonin-related signalling, and gene expression effects attributed to short peptide bioregulators. Findings remain largely preclinical.
Specifications
| Compound | Epitalon 10mg |
| CAS number | 307297-39-8 |
| Classification | Synthetic pineal tetrapeptide (AEDG bioregulator) |
| Format | 10mg lyophilized powder, sealed vial |
| Purity | 99%+ verified by HPLC |
| Identity confirmation | Mass spectrometry |
| Certificate of analysis | Batch-specific, available on request |
| Storage | -20°C lyophilized · 2-8°C reconstituted |
| Shipping | Pan-India, dispatched within 24h of payment |
| Intended use | In-vitro laboratory research only |
Research applications
Epitalon is used in laboratory settings for work including:
- Telomerase activity assays in cultured cell lines
- Short peptide bioregulator gene-expression studies
- Circadian and pineal signalling research
- Comparative work against Epithalamin pineal extract
Handling and storage
Lyophilized Epitalon should be stored at -20°C for long-term stability and protected from light and moisture. The sealed vial tolerates ambient temperature for the duration of transit without meaningful degradation.
For reconstitution, bacteriostatic water is typically used. Add the solvent slowly against the inner wall of the vial rather than directly onto the powder, and allow the peptide to dissolve without shaking. Vortexing introduces shear forces that can damage peptide structure. Once reconstituted, store at 2-8°C.
Purity verification
Every batch Athenex Labs supplies is verified at 99%+ purity by high-performance liquid chromatography, with molecular identity confirmed by mass spectrometry. We source directly from ISO-certified manufacturers rather than through reseller chains, and we test independently rather than relying solely on supplier documentation. A batch-specific certificate of analysis is available on request.
Frequently asked questions
Is Epitalon the same as Epithalamin?
No, and the difference is important. Epitalon is a defined synthetic tetrapeptide (Ala-Glu-Asp-Gly, CAS 307297-39-8). Epithalamin is a bovine pineal polypeptide extract — a mixture, with a different registry number. Some vendors list them interchangeably. We supply only the synthetic tetrapeptide.
What CAS number should appear on the vial?
307297-39-8. If you see 64082-79-7 quoted elsewhere for Epitalon, that number belongs to Epithalamin, the pineal extract, not to the AEDG tetrapeptide.
What is the molecular weight?
Approximately 390.3 for the free peptide, molecular formula C14H22N4O9.
How should Epitalon be stored?
Store the sealed lyophilized vial at -20 degrees C, protected from light and moisture. Reconstituted solution should be refrigerated at 2-8 degrees C.
Research use only. Epitalon 10mg supplied by Athenex Labs is a research chemical intended exclusively for in-vitro laboratory investigation. It is not a drug, supplement or medicine. It is not for human or animal consumption and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. By purchasing you confirm that you are a qualified researcher or represent a research institution, and that the material will be used solely for legitimate scientific research.