MOTS-c · Mitochondrial ORF of the 12S rRNA type-c
| Classification | Mitochondrial-derived peptide (MDP) |
|---|---|
| Amino acid sequence | Met-Arg-Trp-Gln-Glu-Met-Gly-Tyr-Ile-Phe-Tyr-Pro-Arg-Lys-Leu-Arg |
| Short notation | MRWQEMGYIFYPRKLR |
| Molecular formula | C104H152N28O22S2 |
| Molecular weight | 2174.59 g/mol |
| CAS number | 1627580-64-6 |
| Solubility | Soluble in water; contains two methionine residues and is oxidation-sensitive in solution. |
| Reported half-life | Reported to be short in circulation in animal models. |
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Encoded by a short open reading frame within the mitochondrial 12S rRNA region. Identified by Lee and colleagues; the first 11 residues are highly conserved across at least 14 species.
The following describes contexts in which this compound appears in published laboratory literature. Nothing here is a claim of efficacy, safety, or suitability for any use in humans or animals.
| Lyophilized powder | Store lyophilized powder at -20 °C, sealed and protected from light. |
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| After reconstitution | Store at 2–8 °C and use within approximately 2–4 weeks. Contains oxidation-prone residues — minimize headspace and avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. |
| Shipping | Ships at ambient temperature. |
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| Vial | 1 vial (US) | 3 vials (Intl) | Case of 5 | Case of 10 | Stock |
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| 10mg | $75 | $225 | $270 | $510 | 2 in Denver |
| 15mg | — | $270 | $320 | $610 | International |
| 20mg | — | $300 | $360 | $680 | International |
| 40mg | — | $360 | $430 | $810 | International |
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