Everything below concerns CJC-1295. We keep the language plain, cite what the science says, and separate well-supported claims from open questions.
Updated 2026-04-30. Numbers and descriptions here follow the published literature rather than marketing material.
Stability depends heavily on physical state. A lyophilized powder kept dry, desiccated, and shielded from light typically holds its integrity for months to years at minus twenty degrees Celsius, and longer at minus eighty. Once dissolved, the peptide becomes far more vulnerable, since peptide bond hydrolysis, oxidation of susceptible residues, and aggregation all proceed faster in solution. Buffers near neutral pH are generally gentler than strongly acidic or alkaline conditions. Repeated freeze-thaw cycles and exposure to air-liquid interfaces during vigorous mixing cause losses that are easy to overlook.
Verification matters because research peptides vary widely in quality. A certificate of analysis is only as reliable as the method behind it, and a single chromatographic trace reveals little about counter-ions, residual solvents, or water content. Independent laboratories commonly pair mass confirmation with chromatographic purity and, where relevant, quantify water along with acetate or trifluoroacetate content. Reported purity figures are not standardized across suppliers, so a stated value such as ninety-eight percent is not directly comparable unless the analytical method, column, and detection wavelength accompany it.
CJC-1295 is a synthetic peptide analog of growth hormone-releasing hormone, constructed on the 29-amino-acid fragment designated GRF(1-29). The name began as an internal development code during the 1990s and later spread through research supply catalogs and discussion forums. The molecule does not occur in nature; its sequence is engineered rather than isolated from tissue. Two related compounds are sold under this single label, and they differ by one appended chemical group that strongly influences how long the peptide remains in circulation.
The dividing feature between the two forms is a maleimide-based drug affinity complex, abbreviated DAC. In the DAC-bearing version, a linker attaches the peptide to serum albumin after administration, and that association slows removal from plasma. The version lacking DAC appears in catalogs as MOD GRF(1-29) or tetrasubstituted GRF(1-29). Because informal writing treats both as one item, comparisons drawn from such sources routinely blend measurements taken from two molecules with substantially different behavior.
Four amino acid substitutions separate the modified backbone from the parent GRF(1-29) sequence. These changes reduce recognition by dipeptidyl peptidase IV and related proteases, extending the interval before degradation. Development work in this area sought longer-acting GHRH analogs for endocrine investigation. Published descriptions treat the substitution set as a defining property of the core sequence, while the albumin-binding linker is described separately as an optional addition to that same backbone.
| Property | Value | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder | Assessed by visual inspection under ordinary light |
| Primary analytical method | Reversed-phase liquid chromatography | Purity estimated from peak area at 214 nm |
| Confirmatory method | Mass spectrometry | Observed mass compared with calculated value |
| Powder storage temperature | Minus 20 degrees Celsius | Minus 80 for extended archival periods |
| Solution stability | Hours to days at 2 to 8 degrees Celsius | Influenced by pH, buffer, and concentration |
Lyophilized material is generally stable for extended periods when held at minus twenty degrees Celsius or below and protected from moisture and light. In solution the peptide is more labile; bond hydrolysis, aggregation and oxidation of susceptible residues all proceed faster at ambient temperature. Repeated freeze and thaw cycles should be avoided because they promote clumping and loss of soluble material. The conjugated variant adds a further consideration, since the maleimide group can hydrolyze in aqueous buffer and lose its ability to react with albumin.
Laboratory handling centers on minimizing exposure to water, heat and oxygen before use. Working solutions are typically prepared in sterile water or a mild buffer, and any residual particulate matter is removed by filtration. When the powder dissolves slowly, a small proportion of acetonitrile or dilute acetic acid is sometimes added as a co-solvent. Containers are kept sealed and desiccated between uses. Records of lot number, reconstitution date and storage conditions support later comparison of results across experiments.
Identity and purity are established with reversed phase high performance liquid chromatography coupled to mass spectrometry. The chromatographic step separates the target peptide from truncated sequences and deletion products, while the mass measurement confirms the expected molecular weight to within a fraction of a dalton. Because the two common variants differ by the presence of the linker, mass alone can distinguish them in the unconjugated state. Amino acid analysis and peptide mapping are used when sequence level confirmation is required.
Purity is most often assessed by reversed-phase high-performance liquid chromatography, reported as a percentage of total peak area. Identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry, which yields a molecular ion consistent with the expected sequence. Amino acid analysis and peptide mapping provide additional characterization. Reported purity values are method-dependent, so figures from different laboratories are not always directly comparable without details of column, gradient, and detection wavelength.
Peptide degradation proceeds mainly through hydrolysis, oxidation of methionine, and deamidation of asparagine or glutamine residues. The maleimide group on the albumin-binding variant can also react with thiols or hydrolyze in aqueous media. Because these pathways accelerate with temperature and pH extremes, handling conditions strongly influence measured stability. Stability data in the public literature are limited and often generated under differing conditions, so general statements about shelf life should be read as approximate.
Research material is normally supplied as a freeze-dried powder in sealed vials. In that state the peptide is comparatively robust, but prolonged exposure to warmth, moisture, or light accelerates degradation. Storage at minus twenty degrees Celsius or lower, with desiccant and protection from light, is the commonly described practice. Vials should be allowed to reach room temperature before opening to limit condensation on the powder. Moisture uptake during handling is a recognized source of variability in later measurements.
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== Further reading == Harary, Isaac; Korey, Saul R.; Ochoa, Severo (August 1953). "Biosynthesis of dicarboxylic acids by carbon dioxide fixation. VII. Equilibrium of malic enzyme reaction". The Journal of Biological Chemistry. 203 (2): 595–604. doi:10.1016/S0021-9258(19)52329-8. PMID 13084629. Ochoa S, Mehler AH, Kornberg A (July 1948). "Biosynthesis of dicarboxylic acids by carbon dioxide fixation; isolation and properties of an enzyme from pigeon liver catalyzing the reversible oxidative decarboxylation of 1-malic acid". The Journal of Biological Chemistry. 174 (3): 979–1000. doi:10.1016/S0021-9258(18)57307-5. PMID 18871257. Rutter WJ, Lardy HA (August 1958). "Purification and properties of pigeon liver malic enzyme". The Journal of Biological Chemistry. 233 (2): 374–82. doi:10.1016/S0021-9258(18)64768-4. PMID 13563505. Stickland RG (December 1959). "Some properties of the malic enzyme of pigeon liver. 1. Conversion of malate into pyruvate". The Biochemical Journal. 73 (4): 646–54. doi:10.1042/bj0730646. PMC 1197115. PMID 13834656. Stickland RG (December 1959). "Some properties of the malic enzyme of pigeon liver. 2. Synthesis of malate from pyruvate". The Biochemical Journal. 73 (4): 654–9. doi:10.1042/bj0730654. PMC 1197116. PMID 13834657. Walker DA (February 1960). "Physiological studies on acid metabolism. 7. Malic enzyme from Kalanchoe crenata: effects of carbon dioxide concentration". The Biochemical Journal. 74 (2): 216–23. doi:10.1042/bj0740216. PMC 1204145. PMID 13842495.
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Mass spectrometry establishes whether the observed molecular weight matches the calculated sequence mass. Chromatographic retention and fragment mapping add further confidence about sequence and composition. A single technique alone is rarely treated as sufficient evidence of identity.
Dry powder is markedly more stable than solution and is usually held frozen and desiccated. Room temperature exposure over days degrades it more slowly than most people assume, but long-term integrity favors freezer storage. Light protection is recommended regardless of temperature.
Methods, columns, gradients, and detection wavelengths are not standardized across laboratories. Some figures describe only the main peak area at one wavelength and ignore water, salts, or counter-ions. Without stated conditions, comparing reported percentages across sources is unreliable.
No. It is a laboratory-synthesized analog built on a fragment of the natural hormone. The natural peptide is shorter-lived and lacks the stabilizing substitutions found in the synthetic version.