SNAP-8

Name: SNAP-8
Brand: Riptide Peptides
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≥99% purityLyophilized powderThird-party COA

SNAP-8 is supplied as a sterile lyophilized powder in a sealed glass vial, manufactured to ≥99% purity. Every batch is verified by independent third-party analysis and ships with a Certificate of Analysis.

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Research overview

About SNAP-8

SNAP-8 (Acetyl Octapeptide-3, also known as Acetyl Glutamyl Heptapeptide-1) is a synthetic octapeptide designed to modulate neuromuscular signaling.

It functions by mimicking a portion of the SNAP-25 protein, competing for binding in the SNARE complex. This action may inhibit neurotransmitter (acetylcholine) release, thereby reducing facial muscle contractions that contribute to the formation of expression lines and wrinkles. In research models, SNAP-8 is studied for its potential anti-aging effects on skin topography, elasticity, and collagen support.

Key Research Areas

Skin aging and wrinkle reduction models
Neuromuscular signaling and muscle contraction
Cosmeceutical applications and topical formulations
Facial expression line modulation
Collagen production and skin structure improvement

Molecular Profile

What Is SNAP-8?

Synthetic acetylated octapeptide mimicking SNAP-25

Neuropeptide Snap-25 Memetic

Type: Synthetic neuropeptide
CAS Number: 868844-74-0
Molecular Formula: C42H72N16O15S
Molecular Weight: 1073.2 g/mo
Amino Acids: 8
Sequence: Ac-Glu-Glu-Met-Gln-Arg-Arg-Ala-Asp-NH2

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Storage Requirements

Stability Information

Store refrigeratedHighly Water-solubleFormulation-compatible

Lyophilized (powder): 2-8°C · stable long-term
Reconstituted/in formulation: Room temp · stable in formulations

Sources & references4 peer-reviewed publications and databases

International Journal of Molecular Sciences
Acetyl Hexapeptide-8 in Cosmeceuticals—A Review of Skin Permeability and Efficacy
Zdrada-Nowak J, Surgiel-Gemza A, Szatkowska M.
2025 · DOI: 10.3390/ijms26125722 · PMID: 40565185
Lipotec / COSSMA Technical Report
SNAP-8 Peptide Clinical Efficacy Data
Cosmetics (MDPI)
Non-Invasive Peptides as the Future of Botox Alternatives
2024
PubChem
Acetyl octapeptide-3 | C42H72N16O15S | CID 71587832

Research summaries and references are drawn from published, peer-reviewed literature and are provided for educational reference only. They are not product claims or medical advice. This product is sold strictly for laboratory research and is not for human or veterinary use.

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