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Methoprene  (Synonyms: ZR-515)

Cat. No.: HY-B1161 Purity: ≥98.0%
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Methoprene, an insect juvenile growth hormone mimic, is a growth-regulating insecticide that manifests its toxicity to target organisms by acting as a juvenile hormone agonist.

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Methoprene Chemical Structure

Methoprene Chemical Structure

CAS No. : 40596-69-8

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Description

Methoprene, an insect juvenile growth hormone mimic, is a growth-regulating insecticide that manifests its toxicity to target organisms by acting as a juvenile hormone agonist[1][2].

In Vitro

Methoprene reduces the growth rate of daphnids with evidence of only a single concentration-response line, having a threshold of 12.6 nM. Molt frequency is reduced by methoprene in a concentration-dependent manner, with a response curve corresponding to a 2-segmented line and thresholds at 4.2 and 0.21 nM. An endpoint related to reproductive maturation, the time of first brood deposition, is also affected by methoprene, with a clear concentration-dependent response and a NOEC of 32 nM. Methoprene reduces fecundity according to a 2-segmented line, with thresholds of 24 and < or =0.18 nM. Methoprene elicits significant toxicity to endocrine-related processes in the 5-50 nM concentration range[1].

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Molecular Weight

310.47

Formula

C19H34O3

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Appearance

Liquid

Color

Colorless to light yellow

SMILES

CC(C)(OC)CCCC(C)C/C=C/C(C)=C/C(OC(C)C)=O

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Room temperature in continental US; may vary elsewhere.

Storage
Pure form -20°C 3 years
4°C 2 years
In solvent -80°C 6 months
-20°C 1 month
Solvent & Solubility
In Vitro: 

Ethanol : 100 mg/mL (322.09 mM; Need ultrasonic)

Acetone : ≥ 50 mg/mL (161.05 mM)

DMSO : 25 mg/mL (80.52 mM; Need ultrasonic; 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 3.2209 mL 16.1046 mL 32.2092 mL
5 mM 0.6442 mL 3.2209 mL 6.4418 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. 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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In Vivo:

Select the appropriate dissolution method based on your experimental animal and administration route.

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 (8.05 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 (8.05 mM); Suspended solution; Need ultrasonic

    This protocol yields a suspended solution of 2.5 mg/mL. Suspended solution can be used for oral and intraperitoneal injection.

    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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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

Purity: ≥98.0%

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. 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 / Acetone / Ethanol 1 mM 3.2209 mL 16.1046 mL 32.2092 mL 80.5231 mL
5 mM 0.6442 mL 3.2209 mL 6.4418 mL 16.1046 mL
10 mM 0.3221 mL 1.6105 mL 3.2209 mL 8.0523 mL
15 mM 0.2147 mL 1.0736 mL 2.1473 mL 5.3682 mL
20 mM 0.1610 mL 0.8052 mL 1.6105 mL 4.0262 mL
25 mM 0.1288 mL 0.6442 mL 1.2884 mL 3.2209 mL
30 mM 0.1074 mL 0.5368 mL 1.0736 mL 2.6841 mL
40 mM 0.0805 mL 0.4026 mL 0.8052 mL 2.0131 mL
50 mM 0.0644 mL 0.3221 mL 0.6442 mL 1.6105 mL
60 mM 0.0537 mL 0.2684 mL 0.5368 mL 1.3421 mL
80 mM 0.0403 mL 0.2013 mL 0.4026 mL 1.0065 mL
Acetone / Ethanol 100 mM 0.0322 mL 0.1610 mL 0.3221 mL 0.8052 mL
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