FcRn(Neonatal Fc Receptor)

Why Is FcRn a Critical Focus in Drug Discovery?
The neonatal Fc receptor (FcRn) is widely expressed across human tissues and functions as the pivotal molecular regulator of IgG and serum albumin homeostasis. Structurally, FcRn assembles as a non-covalent heterodimer composed of an alpha chain (FCGRT) and a beta-2 microglobulin (B2M) subunit, both required for its physiological activity.
FcRn-mediated IgG and serum albumin recycling
FcRn-mediated IgG and serum albumin recycling
FcRn-mediated IgG and serum albumin recycling
FcRn-mediated IgG and serum albumin recycling
Human FcRn interaction with ligands IgG and albumin
Human FcRn interaction with ligands IgG and albumin
FcRn binds IgG and serum albumin via distinct epitopes, avoiding interference between the two ligands. In antibody R&D, FcRn is used to evaluate IgG half-life and guide Fc engineering and lead candidate screening. As a validated target in autoimmune diseases, FcRn is involved in promoting the reduction of pathogenic IgG levels, providing a therapeutic strategy for disorders such as rheumatoid arthritis. It also supports immunotherapy and drug delivery research through its roles in immunomodulation and albumin transport.
Human FcRn interaction with ligands IgG and albumin
Human FcRn interaction with ligands IgG and albumin

Core Research Applications of FcRn

Antibody Half-Life Evaluation and Fc Engineering Optimization
Assess FcRn-mediated antibody recycling to estimate in vivo half-life, screen Fc variants, and evaluate pharmacokinetic (PK) properties and developability of candidate antibodies.
FcRn Inhibitor Screening and Functional Characterization
Support the development and evaluation of FcRn inhibitors (antibodies, Fc fragments, peptides, or proteins) by assessing their ability to block FcRn–IgG binding in vitro.
Albumin Binding and Delivery Studies
Study FcRn-mediated albumin recycling and transport, supporting research on albumin fusion proteins and drug delivery systems.

Why Choose ACROBiosystems' FcRn Products?

• End-to-End Workflow Coverage:Recombinant proteins, TR-FRET binding kits, and stable cell lines for workflows from early screening to preclinical research.
• Reliable Validation Data:Binding activity and functionality validated by SPR, BLI, SEC-MALS, and FACS.
• High Quality and Stable Supply:Strict quality control and high batch consistency supporting reproducible research and IND-enabling studies.

Products & Advantages

FcRn Proteins
FcRn Proteins
Applications
Fc–FcRn binding
Half-life optimization
Albumin studies
Cross-species validation
Key Advantages
SEC-MALS verified purity (>95%)
SPR/BLI-validated high affinity
Low endotoxin option (<10 EU/mg)
Heterodimer format expressed in HEK293 cells for proper folding and PTMs
Multi-species & tag options, including Human, Mouse, Cynomolgus and Rhesus macaque
FcRn TR-FRET Binding Kits
FcRn TR-FRET Binding Kits
Applications
Inhibitor screening
Fc binding comparison
Early half-life assessment
Key Advantages
0.5–1 hour no-wash protocol (HTS compatible)
Comprehensive Validation: Tested across antibody subtypes and drugs
High batch-to-batch consistency
Accurate detection aligning with SPR binding trends
FcRn Functional Cell Lines
FcRn Functional Cell Lines
Applications
Antibody screening
Early half-life assessment
FcRn functional validation
Key Advantages
Stable expression over >20 passages
Commercially licensed for global research use
Application data supporting assay development and validation
Suitable for IND-enabling studies

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FcRn Recombinant Proteins
TR-FRET FcRn Binding Kits
FcRn Functional Cell Lines
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Technical Validation Data

Heterodimeric FcRn proteins verified by SEC-MALS

Heterodimeric FcRn proteins verified by SEC-MALS

The purity of Canine FCGRT&B2M Heterodimer Protein, His Tag&Tag Free (Cat. No. FCM-C52W8) is more than 90% and the molecular weight of this protein is around 43-60 kDa verified by SEC-MALS.

Human FcRn–Herceptin binding affinity (SPR validated)

Human FcRn–Herceptin binding affinity (SPR validated)

Immobilized Biotinylated Human FCGRT&B2M Heterodimer Protein, His,Avitag (Cat. No. FCM-H82W7) on SA Chip can bind Herceptin® with an affinity constant of 0.267 μM as determined in a SPR assay (Biacore 8K) (QC tested).

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Mouse FcRn–Herceptin binding affinity (SPR validated)

Mouse FcRn–Herceptin binding affinity (SPR validated)

Mouse FCGRT&B2M Heterodimer Protein, His Tag (Cat. No. FCM-M52W8) captured on NTA-Series S sensor chip can bind Herceptin with an affinity constant of 2.52 nM as determined in a SPR assay (Biacore T200) (Routinely tested).

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FcRn–Herceptin binding affinity (BLI validated)

FcRn–Herceptin binding affinity (BLI validated)

Loaded Cynomolgus / Rhesus macaque FCGRT&B2M Heterodimer Protein, His Tag&Strep II Tag (Cat. No. FCM-C5284 ) on SA Biosensor via Biotin his antibody, can bind Herceptin with an affinity constant of 0.13 μM as determined in BLI assay (ForteBio Octet Red96e) (Routinely tested).

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FCGRT&B2M–Serum Albumin binding affinity (BLI validated)

FCGRT&B2M–Serum Albumin binding affinity (BLI validated)

Loaded Biotinylated Human FCGRT&B2M Heterodimer Protein, His,Avitag (Cat. No. FCM-H82W7) on SA Biosensor, can bind Human Serum Albumin, His Tag (Cat. No. HSA-H5220) with an affinity constant of 0.647 μM as determined in BLI assay (ForteBio Octet Red96e) (Routinely tested).

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FcRn TR-FRET Binding Kit Performance Validation

• Antibody half-life evaluation: Three FDA-approved therapeutic antibodies were tested. The IC50 trend is consistent with SPR-derived affinity constants and reported in vivo half-life data, supporting early-stage antibody half-life assessment.
FcRn TR-FRET Binding Kit Performance Validation

The half-lives of these 3 monoclonal antibodies currently in clinical use generally correlate with the binding affinity to FcRn. The kit (Cat.No.FRT-01) has been used to detect 3 FDA approved antibody drugs of different binding affinity to FcRn, and the IC50 trends are consistent with affinity constant from SPR as well as the actual in vivo half-life published.

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• Inhibitor screening validation: The assay can effectively detect FcRn inhibitors. Efgartigimod and its analogs show clear FcRn blocking activity.
FcRn TR-FRET Binding Kit Performance Validation

The kit (Cat.No.FRT-01) is suitable for the detection of FcRn inhibitors. It shows that both Efgartigimod and its biosimilar, Human IgG1 Fc (C103S, M135Y, S137T, T139E, H316K, N317F) His Tag (Cat. No. IG1-H52H8) exhibit good inhibitory activity in this TR-FRET competition assay.

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Functional Validation of FcRn Stable Cell Lines

Suitable for cell-based functional evaluation
Functional Validation of FcRn Stable Cell Lines

FACS assay shows that FITC-Labeled Human IgG1 Fc (C103S, M135Y, S137T, T139E, H316K, N317F) Protein, His Tag (Cat. No. IG1-HF2H3) can bind to HEK293/Human FcRn (FCGRT & B2M) Stable Cell Line. HEK293/Human FcRn (FCGRT & B2M) Stable Cell Line (Cat. No. CHEK-ATP079) was red line, negative control HEK293 cells was grey line(QC tested).

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References

  • 1. The mechanism of intestinal uptake and transcellular transport of IgG in the neonatal rat. The Journal of Clinical Inveatigation. 1972, 51:2916–27. Authors:Jones EA, Waldmann TA.

  • 2. FcRn: the neonatal Fc receptor comes of age. Nature Reviews Immunology. 2007,7:715–725. Authors:Derry C. Roopenian, Shreeram Akilesh.

  • 3. Howard. FcRn expression in cancer: Mechanistic basis and therapeutic opportunities. Journal of Controlled Release. 2021, 337 :248–257. Authors:Imke Rudnik-Jansen, Kenneth A.

  • 4. Antagonism of the Neonatal Fc Receptor as an Emerging Treatment for Myasthenia Gravis. Frontiers in Immunology. 2020, 10. Authors:Karissa L. Gable, Jeffrey T. Guptill.

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