What the label states, the lot delivers — net peptide mass, not gross powder weight, purity reported as measured rather than rounded up, and a Certificate of Analysis for every lot.
Net peptide mass, not powder weight; purity as measured, not rounded up; a COA per lot.
Net peptide + purity not rounded up. COA per lot.
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Acetyl octapeptide-3 · SNARE-modulating anti-wrinkle peptide
Overview
SNAP-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3) is a synthetic octapeptide studied as a topical cosmetic active and an extension of the acetyl-hexapeptide (Argireline) concept. Its sequence mimics the N-terminal domain of the SNAP-25 protein, and in cosmetic-peptide research it is investigated as a SNARE-competitive modulator of acetylcholine release at the neuromuscular junction. It is supplied strictly as a research reference material. Vialdyne releases SNAP-8 as a lyophilized peptide against a ≥98% HPLC main-peak specification, supplied with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis covering RP-HPLC purity, mass-spec identity, appearance, and water content. Lots are released only after the COA is on file.
Applications & buyer fit
Cosmetic-peptide buyers fall into two groups: established beauty / med-aesthetic brands extending an existing line, and OEM clients building a private-label catalog from scratch. The first group usually wants active material plus stability data in their existing carrier matrix; the second usually wants a finished formulation under their label. Both need INCI naming verified, regulator-specific safety files (CPNP for EU, FDA OTC monograph for US where relevant), and packaging-compatibility data.
Sourced for
Buyer fit
Documentation that ships
Procurement note: INCI naming, SDS, and stability data in the chosen carrier ship with the active; finished-product safety remains the brand owner's responsibility.
Primary buyer fit: academic and contract research laboratories.
Specifications
Certificate of Analysis
Published released-batch COAs for SNAP-8, every lot HPLC-verified. These are previews — request the full high-resolution certificate for any lot.
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VD260428-NP8188 · 99.25%
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VD260428-NP8187 · 98.95%
Regulatory note
Research-use-only reference material; not for human or veterinary use.
Selected literature
Frequently asked questions
SNAP-8 ships as white to off-white lyophilized powder with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis reporting RP-HPLC purity (≥98%), mass-spec identity and sequence Ac-Glu-Glu-Met-Gln-Arg-Arg-Ala-Asp-NH2, and appearance. Recommended storage: 2–8°C. Supplied strictly as a research reference material — not for human or veterinary use.
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