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HIV-1 TAT (48-60) is a cell-penetrating peptide derived from the human immunodeficient virus (HIV)-1 Tat protein residue 48-60. It has been used to deliver exogenous macromolecules into cells in a non-disruptive way.

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HIV-1 TAT (48-60) Chemical Structure

HIV-1 TAT (48-60) Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 220408-24-2

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Description

HIV-1 TAT (48-60) is a cell-penetrating peptide derived from the human immunodeficient virus (HIV)-1 Tat protein residue 48-60. It has been used to deliver exogenous macromolecules into cells in a non-disruptive way.

IC50 & Target

HIV-1

 

In Vitro

Studies show that exogenous Tat protein is able to translocate through the plasma membrane and to reach the nucleus to transactivate the viral genome. The HIV-1 TAT (48-60) peptide, which contains the basic domain of the full length peptide only, retains the full translocation activity and even appears more efficient in terms of nuclear localization when compared with the other active peptides at the standard dose of 1 mM[1]. Cell-penetrating peptides are regarded as promising vectors for intracellular delivery of large, hydrophilic molecules. An apparently endocytotic uptake of HIV-1 TAT (48-60) is observed by confocal laser scanning microscopy[2]. HIV-1 TAT (48-60) induces the formation of rodlike, presumably inverted micelles in DMPC, which may represent intermediates during the translocation across eukaryotic membranes[3].

MedChemExpress (MCE) has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

Molecular Weight

1719.01

Formula

C70H131N35O16

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Appearance

Solid

Color

White to off-white

Sequence

Gly-Arg-Lys-Lys-Arg-Arg-Gln-Arg-Arg-Arg-Pro-Pro-Gln

Sequence Shortening

GRKKRRQRRRPPQ

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage

Sealed storage, away from moisture

Powder -80°C 2 years
-20°C 1 year

*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture)

Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

DMSO : ≥ 100 mg/mL (58.17 mM; Hygroscopic DMSO has a significant impact on the solubility of product, please use newly opened DMSO)

*"≥" means soluble, but saturation unknown.

Preparing
Stock Solutions
Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg
1 mM 0.5817 mL 2.9087 mL 5.8173 mL
5 mM 0.1163 mL 0.5817 mL 1.1635 mL
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* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

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For the following dissolution methods, please ensure to first prepare a clear stock solution using an In Vitro approach and then sequentially add co-solvents:
To ensure reliable experimental results, the clarified stock solution can be appropriately stored based on storage conditions. As for the working solution for in vivo experiments, it is recommended to prepare freshly and use it on the same day.
The percentages shown for the solvents indicate their volumetric ratio in the final prepared solution. If precipitation or phase separation occurs during preparation, heat and/or sonication can be used to aid dissolution.

  • Protocol 1

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    40% PEG300    5% Tween-80    45% Saline

    Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (1.45 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 400 μL PEG300, and mix evenly; then add 50 μL Tween-80 and mix evenly; then add 450 μL Saline to adjust the volume to 1 mL.

    Preparation of Saline: Dissolve 0.9 g sodium chloride in ddH₂O and dilute to 100 mL to obtain a clear Saline solution.
  • Protocol 2

    Add each solvent one by one:  10% DMSO    90% (20% SBE-β-CD in Saline)

    Solubility: ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (1.45 mM); Clear solution

    This protocol yields a clear solution of ≥ 2.5 mg/mL (saturation unknown).

    Taking 1 mL working solution as an example, add 100 μL DMSO stock solution (25.0 mg/mL) to 900 μL 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline, and mix evenly.

    Preparation of 20% SBE-β-CD in Saline (4°C, storage for one week): 2 g SBE-β-CD powder is dissolved in 10 mL Saline, completely dissolve until clear.
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*In solvent : -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture)

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Method for preparing in vivo working solution for animal experiments: Take μL DMSO stock solution, add μL . μL , mix evenly, next add μL Tween 80, mix evenly, then add μL Saline.
 If the continuous dosing period exceeds half a month, please choose this protocol carefully.
Please ensure that the stock solution in the first step is dissolved to a clear state, and add co-solvents in sequence. You can use ultrasonic heating (ultrasonic cleaner, recommended frequency 20-40 kHz), vortexing, etc. to assist dissolution.
Purity & Documentation
References
Cell Assay
[1]

HeLa cells are incubated for 24 h with increasing concentrations (0-100 μM) of HIV-1 TAT (48-60). Cell viability is measured following a standard MTT assay procedure and is expressed as the ratio of A570 of cells treated with peptide over control sample[1].

MCE has not independently confirmed the accuracy of these methods. They are for reference only.

References

Complete Stock Solution Preparation Table

* Please refer to the solubility information to select the appropriate solvent. Once prepared, please aliquot and store the solution to prevent product inactivation from repeated freeze-thaw cycles.
Storage method and period of stock solution: -80°C, 6 months; -20°C, 1 month (sealed storage, away from moisture). When stored at -80°C, please use it within 6 months. When stored at -20°C, please use it within 1 month.

Optional Solvent Concentration Solvent Mass 1 mg 5 mg 10 mg 25 mg
DMSO 1 mM 0.5817 mL 2.9087 mL 5.8173 mL 14.5433 mL
5 mM 0.1163 mL 0.5817 mL 1.1635 mL 2.9087 mL
10 mM 0.0582 mL 0.2909 mL 0.5817 mL 1.4543 mL
15 mM 0.0388 mL 0.1939 mL 0.3878 mL 0.9696 mL
20 mM 0.0291 mL 0.1454 mL 0.2909 mL 0.7272 mL
25 mM 0.0233 mL 0.1163 mL 0.2327 mL 0.5817 mL
30 mM 0.0194 mL 0.0970 mL 0.1939 mL 0.4848 mL
40 mM 0.0145 mL 0.0727 mL 0.1454 mL 0.3636 mL
50 mM 0.0116 mL 0.0582 mL 0.1163 mL 0.2909 mL
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