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Tirzepatide Research: Dual GIP/GLP-1 Receptor Science
The dual-incretin receptor profile of tirzepatide, its identity data, and how research material is documented and handled.
Tirzepatide is a synthetic peptide studied as a dual incretin receptor agonist, engaging both the GIP (glucose-dependent insulinotropic polypeptide) and GLP-1 (glucagon-like peptide-1) receptors. It is the active peptide in the clinically studied products Mounjaro and Zepbound; TagPep supplies tirzepatide only as a research-use-only reference material, with no human or veterinary use intended or supported.
Identity and molecular data
- Compound: Tirzepatide
- CAS: 2023788-19-2
- Molecular weight: approximately 4,814 Da
- Format: lyophilized powder in a sealed research vial
A batch Certificate of Analysis ties these identifiers to a specific lot, reporting identity (typically LC-MS) and reported purity (HPLC).
Dual vs. triple agonism in research
Tirzepatide's two-receptor profile is frequently compared in research with single-receptor GLP-1 compounds and with triple agonists such as retatrutide. These comparisons are the subject of the broader literature on multi-receptor agonist research; a supplied research material is simply the characterized tool used in such work, not a source of clinical claims.
Documentation and handling
Confirm the lot number on the vial against the analytical report before use, and follow lyophilized-peptide storage guidance. Remember that HPLC purity is one measurement among several — review the full scope of testing rather than a single percentage.
The TagPep Tirzepatide 60 mg research vial ships with batch-linked documentation for laboratory research use only.
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not for human consumption. Not for diagnostic or therapeutic use.
Frequently asked questions
What receptors does tirzepatide engage in research?
Tirzepatide is described in published research as a dual agonist of the GIP and GLP-1 receptors. TagPep supplies it as a research-use-only reference material only — not for human or veterinary use.
How is tirzepatide identified analytically?
Tirzepatide carries CAS number 2023788-19-2 with a molecular weight of approximately 4,814 Da. A batch Certificate of Analysis reports mass-spectrometry identity and HPLC purity for the specific lot.
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