Oxytocin

Name: Oxytocin
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-002920

About Oxytocin

Oxytocin (CAS 50-56-6) is a bioactive small molecule offered by Vaqora Chemicals. Formula C43H66N12O12S2, molecular weight 1007.2 g/mol. It is also known as α-Hypophamine or Oxytocic hormone.

The material typically appears as a white lyophilized powder. Its solubility is described as soluble in water. Recommended storage is at 2–8 °C, with the container kept tightly sealed. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for cell signalling research, pharmacological screening, target validation and protein and peptide research. It is used across academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

Standard pack sizes are 5 mg, 25 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Cell signalling research
Pharmacological screening
Target validation
Protein & peptide research

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Oxytocin
Catalogue No.	VQ-002920
CAS Number	50-56-6
IUPAC name	(2S)-1-[(4R,7S,10S,13S,16S,19R)-19-amino-7-(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)-10-(3-amino-3-oxopropyl)-13-[(2S)-butan-2-yl]-16-[(4-hydroxyphenyl)methyl]-6,9,12,15,18-pentaoxo-1,2-dithia-5,8,11,14,17-pentazacycloicosane-4-carbonyl]-N-[(2S)-1-[(2-amino-2-oxoethyl)amino]-4-methyl-1-oxopentan-2-yl]pyrrolidine-2-carboxamide
Molecular formula	C₄₃H₆₆N₁₂O₁₂S₂
Molecular weight	1007.2 g/mol
Exact mass	1006.4365
HSN code	29420090
InChIKey	XNOPRXBHLZRZKH-DSZYJQQASA-N
SMILES	CC[C@H](C)[C@H]1C(=O)N[C@H](C(=O)N[C@H](C(=O)N[C@@H](CSSC[C@@H](C(=O)N[C@H](C(=O)N1)CC2=CC=C(C=C2)O)N)C(=O)N3CCC[C@H]3C(=O)N[C@@H](CC(C)C)C(=O)NCC(=O)N)CC(=O)N)CCC(=O)N
PubChem CID	439302

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White lyophilized powder
Solubility	Soluble in water
LogP (XLogP3)	-2.6
H-bond donors / acceptors	12 / 15
TPSA	450 Å²
Storage	2–8 °C
Synonyms	α-Hypophamine, Oxytocic hormone, Pitocin, Ocytocin, Orasthin, Oxystin, Oxytocine, Synthetic oxytocin, Piton S, (1-Hemicystine)oxytocin, Syntocinone, Presoxin

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Health hazard

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H361Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child

Precautionary statements: P203, P264, P270, P280, P301 + P317, P318, P330, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Oxytocin?

The CAS Registry Number of Oxytocin is 50-56-6. It is also known as α-Hypophamine, Oxytocic hormone, Pitocin.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Oxytocin?

Oxytocin has the molecular formula C43H66N12O12S2 and a molecular weight of 1007.2 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Oxytocin can I order?

We supply Oxytocin, in 5 mg, 25 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Oxytocin?

Yes. Every lot of Oxytocin is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Oxytocin be shipped internationally?

Yes. Oxytocin is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.

How should Oxytocin be stored?

2–8 °C. Keep the container tightly closed and refer to the SDS for full handling guidance.