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Updated 2025-08-17. Numbers and descriptions here follow the published literature rather than marketing material.
TB-500 is a shorthand label used in supplier catalogs and online discussion for a short synthetic peptide described as a fragment of thymosin beta-4. Most product listings present it as the N-terminally acetylated heptapeptide Ac-LKKTETQ, a sequence corresponding to the actin-binding region of the parent protein. The name is not a formal chemical designation and does not appear in standard nomenclature systems. Because labeling practices vary between vendors, two products sold under the same name may not contain the same molecule, and the stated sequence should be treated as a claim rather than a fixed definition.
Thymosin beta-4 is a naturally occurring protein of 43 amino acids found in most mammalian cells, where it binds actin monomers and influences filament dynamics. It was first isolated from thymus tissue in the early 1980s, and its actin-binding activity was later mapped to a short region near the N-terminus. The synthetic fragment sold as TB-500 was designed to reproduce that region rather than the full protein. Whether a short fragment reproduces the behavior of the intact molecule remains an open question, since the parent protein carries additional structural elements outside the binding region.
Purity is normally assessed by reversed-phase HPLC, with the main peak reported as a percentage of total peak area, while identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry. Electrospray and MALDI-TOF instruments are both used, and the observed mass is compared with the value calculated from the stated sequence. Ion-exchange or size-exclusion methods appear where aggregation or charge variants are of interest. Water content, counter-ion content and residual trifluoroacetate from purification are separate variables that can shift the measured mass and should be weighed when reading a certificate of analysis.
Research peptides are typically supplied as a white to off-white lyophilised powder in a sealed vial. The dry solid is more stable than a solution and is normally kept refrigerated or frozen until use. Dissolution is usually done in water, phosphate-buffered saline or a similar aqueous medium, depending on the assay. Because the material is hygroscopic and easily contaminated, opening vials in a low-humidity environment and recording the lot number before use are standard laboratory practices.
Once in solution, short peptides are generally less stable than the dry powder, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles are a common cause of loss. Laboratory guidance usually calls for aliquoting on first dissolution and storing aliquots at -20 °C or below, away from light. Adsorption to plastic and glass surfaces can lower measured concentration, particularly at low concentrations, so container material and buffer choice can affect results. Visible cloudiness, colour change or unexpected precipitate is a signal to re-check the material.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Reported sequence | Ac-LKKTETQ | Described in most listings as the actin-binding region of thymosin beta-4 |
| Reported molecular weight | Approximately 889 Da | Value shifts with the stated sequence; compare against the certificate of analysis |
| Parent protein length | 43 amino acids | Thymosin beta-4; the fragment covers only a small part of it |
| Common synonyms | TB4 fragment; thymosin beta-4 fragment | Trade-style names rather than formal nomenclature |
| Formal monographs | Not established | Labeling conventions differ by supplier and region |
The fragment most often associated with the name carries the sequence Ac-LKKTETQ, matching residues 17 through 23 of thymosin beta-4. That region holds the actin-binding motif responsible for much of the parent protein's biochemical activity. Apart from N-terminal acetylation the peptide is unmodified and contains no disulfide bonds, so it shows little ordered secondary structure in solution. Full-length thymosin beta-4 is instead a 43-residue polypeptide of roughly 4.9 kDa found widely across mammalian cell types.
Material sold under this label typically arrives as a freeze-dried powder in a sealed vial with a certificate of analysis. Such certificates usually report reversed-phase chromatography purity plus a mass confirmation, and stated purities commonly sit between 95 and 99 percent. Counter-ion identity, residual trifluoroacetate, water content, and peptide net weight are separate specifications that a certificate may or may not include. A purity figure alone does not establish sequence identity, so independent mass verification remains the practical check.
Lyophilized TB-500 is hygroscopic and should be kept dry before use. The usual storage recommendation for the solid is -20 °C, protected from light and moisture. Once dissolved, the peptide is less stable, and repeated freeze-thaw cycles can promote aggregation or degradation. Laboratories often divide a reconstituted solution into single-use aliquots and store them at -80 °C. Exact stability limits depend on buffer, pH, and concentration, so published data do not define a single universal condition.
Identity and purity are checked with chromatographic and mass spectrometric methods. Reverse-phase high-performance liquid chromatography separates the peptide from related impurities, while mass spectrometry confirms the expected molecular mass. A certificate of analysis may report a purity percentage, but the laboratory should still verify the material independently. Common quality concerns include truncated sequences, deamidation, oxidation, and residual solvents from synthesis. Because TB-500 is short, some impurities can differ from the target by only a few mass units.
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Most listings describe it as a short acetylated peptide with the sequence Ac-LKKTETQ, presented as a region of thymosin beta-4. The label is a trade-style name rather than a standardized chemical name, so the exact content of a given vial depends on the supplier.
No. Thymosin beta-4 is a protein of 43 amino acids, while TB-500 is described as a short fragment of it. The two differ in size, structure, and the range of interactions each can support.
Naming for research peptides is not centrally coordinated, so vendors set their own labels and specifications. Differences in stated sequence, molecular weight, or purity documentation usually trace back to those independent labeling choices.
Sealed, desiccated and protected from light, at -20 °C or lower for long-term storage. Short-term storage at refrigerator temperature is common in working laboratories.