Snap-8

Technical Specifications

• Product: SNAP-8
• Quantity: 10 mg
• Research Classification: Cosmetic Research Peptide
• Common Name: Acetyl Octapeptide-3
• Peptide Length: 8 amino acids
• Purity: 99.18% (HPLC-UV tested, current lot)
• Identity: Confirmed by LC-MS
• Form: White lyophilized powder
• Measured Net Content: 11.54 mg
• Lot: NP810

Technical identifier note: Your supplied COA identifies the tested material as SNAP-8 by LC-MS but does not specify a CAS number, molecular formula, molecular weight, sequence, or explicitly state that the tested compound is Acetyl Octapeptide-3.

Because SNAP-8 terminology can be used inconsistently across commercial sources, I would not populate the CAS number, molecular formula, molecular weight, or PubChem ID until your manufacturer’s specification sheet confirms the exact molecular form. That’s preferable to publishing an identifier copied from another supplier that may describe a different salt or formulation.

Analytical & Testing

Each tested batch of SNAP-8 undergoes analytical evaluation to verify purity, identity, and analytical consistency. A corresponding Certificate of Analysis (COA) is available for the tested lot.

For the current OPTMZ Peptides lot, independent analytical testing reported:

• Identity (LC-MS): SNAP-8 — Confirmed
• Purity (HPLC-UV): 99.18%
• Measured Net Content: 11.54 mg
• Appearance: White lyophilized powder
• Endotoxin Replicate 1: Pass
• Endotoxin Replicate 2: Pass
• Assay Sensitivity: ≤0.05 EU/mL
• Lot: NP810

The laboratory reports HPLC with UV detection coupled with mass spectrometry (LC-MS). Endotoxin testing was performed using the Limulus Amebocyte Lysate assay in accordance with USP <85> under validated laboratory conditions.

Handling & Storage

SNAP-8 should be handled by qualified professionals in controlled laboratory environments. Appropriate storage conditions should be maintained to preserve peptide stability and structural integrity.

Avoid unnecessary exposure to heat, moisture, and repeated temperature fluctuations. Experimental preparation and handling procedures should follow validated laboratory protocols appropriate to the intended research application.

Research Context

SNAP-8 and related SNAP-25-derived peptides have been investigated in laboratory models involving neuronal signaling, vesicle-associated processes, and peptide-protein interactions.

Research areas include:

• SNAP-25-associated signaling
• SNARE-complex research
• Neuronal exocytosis models
• Vesicle-fusion mechanisms
• Peptide-protein interactions
• Cellular communication pathways
• Neuromuscular signaling models
• Skin and cosmetic peptide research
• Structure-function relationships of short peptides

These observations relate exclusively to experimental research contexts and do not establish therapeutic or cosmetic efficacy in humans.

Research Application Scope

SNAP-8 continues to be evaluated as an experimental peptide in studies involving SNARE-associated cellular mechanisms, peptide signaling, neuronal exocytosis, and molecular interactions involving components associated with vesicular neurotransmitter release.

Its relatively short peptide structure also makes SNAP-8 relevant to experimental investigations of peptide structure-function relationships and cellular signaling mechanisms.

Use Statement

For laboratory research use only. Intended strictly for in vitro research applications.

Disclaimer

All products currently listed on this site are for research purposes ONLY.