Mazdu (Research Grade) – Lyophilized Reagent
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
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- Product Name : Mazdu (Research Grade)
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- Sequence : Acylated Oxyntomodulin Analogue
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- CAS Number : 2259884-03-0
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- Molecular Formula : C₂₁₀H₃₂₂N₄₆O₆₇
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- Molecular Weight : 4563.1 g/mol
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- Purity : ≥99% (HPLC Verified)
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- State : Lyophilized White Powder
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- Solubility : Hydrophobic (Requires DMSO/Acidic Buffer)
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- Product Format : Lyophilized Cake (Vial)
Technical Note : Mazdu is not easily soluble in pure water due to its fatty acid chain. For reconstitution of research samples, use a solvent (e.g., DMSO or 10% Acetic Acid) before diluting with buffer. Improper solubilization will result in peptide precipitation.
Disclaimer : For Research Use Only (RUO). Not for human use.
Product Overview
Mazdu is the bioactive dual-agonist substrate required for defining metabolic signaling pathways.Unlike mono-agonists (like GLP-1-Sm), Mazdu co-activates both the GLP-1 Receptor (insulin secretion) and the Glucagon Receptor (GCGR) (energy expenditure).
Select GLP-1-Sm (Ref Std) : To establish a mono-agonist baseline for control groups.
RESEARCH CONTEXT & MARKET STATUS
1 – The “Liver-First” Approach : While triple agonists grab headlines, 2026 research has pivoted back to Mazdu for Steatohepatitis (MASH). Recent reviews identify Mazdu as a more targeted tool for clearing hepatic lipids because it lacks GIP (which can theoretically promote fat storage).
2 – The Solubility Challenge : New 2026 lab notes emphasize that standard “water-only” dissolution often fails with Mazdu. Researchers are now using pH-adjusted buffers so the peptide enters solution for accurate concentration measurement in laboratory work.
3 – Critical Safety Warning : Usage Classification. The Issue: Unapproved metabolic compounds face strict regulatory limits. Our Classification: Profound Aminos supplies this material strictly as a Chemical Reference Standard. It is not produced for use in humans or animals. Usage Definition: This material is chemically classified as a Laboratory Reagent for research only.conditions required for in vivo (human/animal) application. Usage Definition: This material is chemically classified as a Laboratory Reagent.
Why Researchers source from PROFOUND AMINOS
In the “Grey Market” of peptides, purity is often a gamble. We operate differently.
1 – Purity & Counterion Control : Lower-grade Mazdu lots often contain high levels of TFA (trifluoroacetic acid) salts, which can be cytotoxic in liver-cell assays. Our Standard: We use advanced counterion exchange to minimize TFA content, supporting cleaner cell-viability data in metabolic assays.advanced counterion exchange to minimize TFA content, ensuring your cell viability data remains accurate during metabolic assays.
2 – USA Cold-Chain Integrity : Mazdu’s complex acylated structure is sensitive to thermal degradation. The Risk: Powders shipped from overseas without temperature control often arrive with broken fatty acid chains (hydrolysis). Our Handling: Stored at −20°C in our USA facility and shipped with cold-packs so you receive the intact dual-agonist research material.
3 – True “Triple G” Compliance : We adhere to Green (Solvent-Free Purity), Grade (Analytical Standards), and Google-Safe (Strict RUO) standards. You will never find prohibited medical descriptors here, only verifiable physicochemical data.
Chemical Identity & Mechanism
What Mazdu Does in Research Systems
Dual-Pathway Activation : Mazdu acts as a “master switch” for metabolic regulation. It balances the anabolic effects of GLP-1 (insulin release) with the catabolic effects of Glucagon (lipid oxidation).
Hepatic Lipid Clearance : In MASH research models, Mazdu is investigated for its ability to reduce liver fat content via GCGR-mediated lipolysis.
Mitochondrial Uncoupling : Research suggests GCGR activation may increase thermogenesis in brown adipose tissue (BAT) models, distinct from mono-pathway metabolic readouts.
Chemical Structures
2D Chemical Structure of Mazdu (Dual-A) Peptide | Acylated Side Chain Visualization | CAS 2259884-03-0
The 2D chemical structure of Mazdu (Dual-A), highlighting the C20 fatty-acylated side chain attached to the Lysine residue. This critical modification allows for albumin binding, extending the stability half-life during ex-vivo research assays.
Regulatory Status : Research Use Only (RUO). Not for human or animal use, diagnostic, or clinical use.
Comparative Research Context :
Direct Comparison :
| Feature | Mazdu (Dual-A) | GLP/GIP/GLC-Rt (Tri-Agonist) | GLP-1-Sm (Ref Std) |
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| Receptor Profile | GLP-1R + GCGR | GLP-1R + GIPR + GCGR | GLP-1R Only |
| Signal Transduction | Hepatic Beta-Oxidation | Synergistic Lipolysis | Insulinotropic Signaling |
| Ex-Vivo Focus | Liver Lipid Clearance | Adipocyte Morphology | Glucose Homeostasis |
| GIP Factor | Null (Pure Catabolic) | Active (Anabolic Buffer) | Null |
| Research Utility | MASH / Steatosis Models | Multi-Pathway Synergy | Single-Target Control |
Practical Interpretation for Researchers
Select Mazdu (Dual-A) : When the assay design requires isolation of Glucagon-mediated thermogenesis without the confounding variable of GIPR activation. Useful for hepatic research markers.
Select GLP/GIP/GLC-Rt (Tri-Agonist) : For comprehensive metabolic assays involving all three incretin pathways.
Select GLP-1-Sm (Ref Std) : To establish a mono-agonist baseline for control groups.
REGULATORY & COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
Classification : Research Use Only (RUO). Not for human or animal use, cosmetic, diagnostic, or clinical use.
FDA Warning : Mazdu (IBI362) is an investigational research compound. It is not approved for use in humans or animals. For laboratory research use only. Not intended to treat or prevent any disease.
Safety : Bioactive peptide. Handle as a laboratory chemical. Avoid exposure through skin, eyes, or mucous membranes. Wear protective gloves/clothing/eye protection. Refer to SDS for full safety data.
Select GLP-1-Sm (Ref Std) : To establish a mono-agonist baseline for control groups.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: Is this product suitable for In-Vivo Lipid Catabolism?
A: No. This material is a lyophilized Chemical Reference Standard designed strictly for ex-vivo research assays. It is not for human or animal use and is supplied for laboratory research only.
Q2: Why is Mazdu harder to dissolve than BPC-157?
Mazdu contains a C20 fatty acid side chain (Eicosanedioic acid). This makes it hydrophobic (repels water). Lab solubilization typically requires a solvent system such as DMSO or acetic acid before aqueous dilution.
Q3: How does this differ from GLP/GIP-Tz?
GLP/GIP-Tz targets GLP-1 and GIP. Mazdu targets GLP-1 and Glucagon. The replacement of GIP with Glucagon makes Mazdu a better candidate for researching energy expenditure and liver fat burning.
