QSC RESEARCH GRADE
≥99% HPLC PurityMS ConfirmedJanoshik COAIn-House SPPS5-Region Domestic Shipping
What is Snap-8?
Snap-8 (Acetyl Glutamyl Heptapeptide-3 — SNARE complex inhibitor) is a 8-amino acid SNAP-25 N-terminal analog. Octapeptide analog of SNAP-25 (synaptosomal-associated protein-25) N-terminal domain, competitively inhibiting SNARE complex formation required for acetylcholine vesicle docking and release at the neuromuscular junction. Reduces muscle contraction amplitude — cosmetic wrinkle reduction mechanism.
Research Applications
SNARE Complex Inhibition
Competitive inhibition of SNAP-25/synaptobrevin/syntaxin complex
Acetylcholine Release
Vesicle docking and fusion inhibition, NMJ signalling research
vs Botulinum Toxin
Different SNARE targeting mechanism — research comparison
Cosmetic Peptide Biology
Topical neurotransmitter modulation and wrinkle reduction
Neuromuscular Junction
NMJ signalling, quantal ACh release, muscle activity research
Quick Specs
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Purity | ≥99% by HPLC — every batch |
| CAS Number | Not standardized (peptide complex) |
| Molecular Formula | C₄₁H₇₀N₁₆O₁₆S |
| Peptide Type | Cosmetic Neurotransmitter-Modulating Peptide |
| Identity | MS molecular weight confirmed — every batch |
| COA | Janoshik-independent, publicly verifiable |
| Manufacture | In-house Fmoc SPPS — Qingdao, China |
| Storage | -20°C sealed | 2–8°C reconstituted (2–4 weeks) |
| Shelf Life | 24 months unopened |




