Research Overview
SNAP-8, also known as Acetyl Octapeptide-3, is a synthetic N-acetylated and C-terminally amidated octapeptide composed of the sequence Glu-Glu-Met-Gln-Arg-Arg-Ala-Asp. It is investigated in laboratory systems involving peptide structure-function relationships, SNAP-25-associated signaling models, SNARE-complex biology, vesicle-fusion pathways, and regulated exocytosis.
SNAP-8 is structurally related to synthetic peptides developed as molecular mimetics of regions associated with SNAP-25, a component of the SNARE machinery involved in membrane-fusion processes. Experimental research has examined these peptide systems as models for studying peptide-protein interactions and regulation of vesicular signaling pathways.
SNAP-8 is supplied by Marsden Research Labs exclusively for qualified laboratory research applications and is not offered for human or veterinary use.
Chemical Information
| Compound Name | Acetyl Octapeptide-3 |
| Common Name | SNAP-8 |
| Compound Type | Synthetic acetylated octapeptide |
| Length | 8 amino acids |
| Chemical Formula | C42H72N16O15S |
| Molecular Weight | Approximately 1073.2 g/mol |
| Amino Acid Sequence | Ac-Glu-Glu-Met-Gln-Arg-Arg-Ala-Asp-NH2 |
| Structural Description | N-terminally acetylated and C-terminally amidated synthetic octapeptide. |
Physical Characteristics
| Appearance | White to off-white lyophilized material. |
| Solubility | Solubility characteristics depend on concentration, pH, formulation, and laboratory conditions. |
| Storage | Store under appropriate laboratory conditions with protection from unnecessary heat, moisture, and light exposure. |
| Stability | Stability depends on the characteristics of the research material and may be affected by storage temperature, moisture, light exposure, solution conditions, repeated freeze-thaw cycles, and laboratory handling. |
Analytical Verification
Every batch made available for purchase by Marsden Research Labs is supported by current, batch-specific third-party laboratory documentation. Products are not made available for purchase until applicable testing and Certificate of Analysis (COA) documentation are complete. Additional independent laboratory reports may be published for a batch when available.
| Identity Verification | May include Liquid Chromatography–Mass Spectrometry (LC-MS) or comparable analytical methods. |
| Purity Analysis | May include High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) or other analytical methods appropriate to the individual sample. |
| Quantitative Analysis | May include quantitative assessment appropriate to the individual batch and analytical method. |
| Batch Traceability | Research batches are assigned unique batch identifiers corresponding to their applicable analytical results and documentation. |
| Certificate of Analysis (COA) | Required for every batch made available for purchase and reflects the analytical results associated with that batch. |
| Laboratory Report | Additional independent laboratory reports may be published for a batch when available. |
Batch-Specific Information
The batch number, analytical results, testing date, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and any additional independent laboratory report displayed near the top of this page correspond to the selected research sample and update automatically when a different batch or package size is selected.
Investigated Molecular Mechanisms
SNAP-8 is investigated in experimental models involving SNAP-25-associated protein interactions and SNARE-complex biology. SNAP-25 is a component of the SNARE machinery involved in vesicle docking, membrane fusion, and regulated exocytosis.
Synthetic SNAP-25-related peptides have been studied as molecular mimetics that may influence assembly or interaction of proteins within SNARE-associated systems. SNAP-8 provides a research model for examining these proposed peptide-protein interactions, vesicle-fusion pathways, and structure-function relationships among short synthetic peptide analogs.
The specific molecular interactions and biological effects associated with SNAP-8 depend on the experimental system and remain an area of investigation.
Current Areas of Research
- SNAP-25-associated signaling models
- SNARE-complex biology
- Vesicle docking and membrane-fusion pathways
- Regulated exocytosis
- Peptide-protein interactions
- Short-peptide structure-function relationships
- Comparative SNAP-25-derived peptide research
Marsden Research Labs makes no representation regarding clinical outcomes or therapeutic applications.
Laboratory Handling
This material should be handled only by qualified laboratory personnel using appropriate research procedures.
Research samples should be stored and handled according to accepted laboratory practices appropriate to the research material. Material integrity may be affected by temperature, moisture, light exposure, solution conditions, repeated freeze-thaw cycles, and handling methods.
Research Use Notice
This product is supplied exclusively for laboratory research purposes.
It is not intended for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, cure, prevention of disease, food use, cosmetic use, or consumption of any kind. Purchasers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing the acquisition and use of research materials.
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