IRW (Ile-Arg-Trp)
CAS No: 159718-10-2
Strengths Available: 10 mg /20 mg /30 mg
Format: Sealed containment / vial presentations available
Volume: 3mL
What This Product Is About
IRW is a naturally derived tripeptide originally identified from egg-white ovotransferrin. It has attracted research interest because of its effects on cardiovascular, inflammatory and metabolic signalling pathways.
Description
What Is IRW?
IRW is a three-amino-acid bioactive peptide composed of isoleucine, arginine and tryptophan, studied particularly for its influence on ACE2-related signalling and vascular function.
Why Researchers Became Interested in IRW
Researchers became interested in IRW after it was identified as a bioactive peptide associated with blood-pressure regulation. Later studies expanded interest into antioxidant, anti-inflammatory and insulin-sensitivity pathways.
Key Research Focus Areas
- ACE2 signalling
- Blood-pressure regulation
- Cardiovascular health
- Inflammatory pathways
- Oxidative stress
- Insulin sensitivity
- Metabolic health
- Bone-cell biology
What the Research Has Shown
Preclinical studies suggest that IRW may influence the ACE2/Ang-(1–7)/Mas receptor pathway, reduce blood pressure in hypertensive animal models and demonstrate anti-inflammatory and metabolic effects. Most evidence remains laboratory or animal based.
Scientific Background and Research Context
IRW (Ile-Arg-Trp) is a bioactive tripeptide originally identified from egg-white ovotransferrin, studied for its effects on cardiovascular and metabolic signalling.
Exploring the Science Behind
Research focuses on its interaction with the ACE2/Ang-(1–7)/Mas receptor pathway, as well as inflammatory and oxidative-stress signalling.
Research Context in Endocrine and Metabolic Science
IRW has been studied in relation to blood-pressure regulation, insulin sensitivity, vascular function and metabolic health.
Ongoing Scientific Interest
Scientific interest continues around its potential ACE2-activating, antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties.
Ingredient Profile
Single research compound: IRW (Ile-Arg-Trp)
CAS: 159718-10-2
Supplied as lyophilised powder (no excipients, fillers or additives).
Active Ingredients
IRW (Ile-Arg-Trp) — 10 mg/20 mg/ 30 mg
Ingredient Breakdown
IRW (Ile-Arg-Trp) : 10 mg/ 20 mg/ 30 mg of active peptide per vial (lyophilised).
Why is IRW studied in metabolic research?
IRW is studied because research suggests it may affect insulin sensitivity, inflammation, energy metabolism and cardiovascular signalling.
Is IRW approved for medical use?
No. IRW is primarily an experimental bioactive peptide and is not approved as a prescription medicine for routine human treatment.
Why does purity matter so much for this product?
High purity helps reduce unwanted peptide fragments and synthesis-related impurities that could interfere with experimental results.
What does “research grade” mean?
Research grade means the material is intended for laboratory or analytical research and does not mean it is pharmaceutical grade or suitable for human administration.
Is international supply available?
International availability depends on the supplier, destination country and applicable regulations governing research peptides and laboratory materials.
Research & laboratory use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not a medicinal product, supplement, food or medical device. No therapeutic, diagnostic, cosmetic, wellness or lifestyle claims are made or implied. Analytical reference/click information is a laboratory measurement aid only and must not be applied to living systems.
Typically supplied at >99% purity, supported by batch-specific analytical data. UK-based preparation, analysis and release under scientist-led, GMP-aligned processes with full batch-level traceability. Certificate of Analysis (CoA) available on request; independent analytical verification where appropriate.
Store the lyophilised powder refrigerated at 2–8°C, protected from light and moisture; suitable for longer-term storage frozen at -20°C. Handle under appropriate laboratory conditions. For in vitro research use only.
For in vitro laboratory research only. Reconstitution, handling and experimental design at the discretion of the qualified researcher. The 300-click sealed-containment system is an analytical measurement reference only and does not represent dosing or administration guidance. Not for use in living systems.
Partner with FreshstartPharma– Where Accuracy Meets Innovation
Freshstartpharma is committed to delivering high-quality research-grade products designed for advanced scientific applications. We offer wholesale partnerships to selected businesses that share our values of integrity, quality, and innovation. Whether you’re an established distributor or an emerging research supply company, we invite you to join our network and benefit from exclusive access to our state-of-the-art product range.
