Melanotan 2
Third-party tested · COA availableA cyclic α-MSH analogue supplied as a lyophilized powder for melanocortin receptor research.
$25
$35
/ 10 mg ·
USD
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Melanotan 2 (Melanotan II, MT-2) for Melanocortin Research
Technical Overview
Melanotan 2 is a synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), a hormone of the melanocortin system involved in skin pigmentation. Researchers use it to study how melanin production is regulated and the molecular processes behind tanning.
Research applications
- Skin pigmentation: stimulation of melanin production and pigmentation.
- Tanning research: the mechanisms behind tanning responses.
- UV response: its possible effects on skin damage caused by UV exposure in research models.
- Melanocortin pathways: its influence on physiological processes regulated by melanocortin receptors.
Mechanisms under study
In controlled laboratory settings, researchers analyze how Melanotan 2 binds to melanocortin receptors, particularly MC1R, to trigger melanin synthesis, and study the intracellular signaling that follows. Scientists also investigate how it influences cellular responses to oxidative stress and skin resilience, supporting research into photoprotection and skin aging.
Format and storage
Supplied as a lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder for stability and ease of reconstitution, in a 10 mg vial. Store lyophilized at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture.
Specifications
Purity: 99.8% (HPLC verified)
Appearance: White lyophilized powder
Format: Research compound
Storage: −20 °C
Research Disclaimer
Supplied strictly as a chemical reagent for laboratory investigation. Not for human or veterinary use of any kind.
- Purity
- 99.8% by RP-HPLC · lot COA available
- CAS Number
- 121062-08-6
- Molecular Weight
- 1024.2 g/mol
- Physical Form
- White lyophilized powder
- Identity
- Confirmed by mass spectrometry (LC–MS or MALDI-MS) on each lot
- Endotoxin
- <0.05 EU/mL (USP <85>) on tested lots
- Testing Lab
- Bioviridian Inc. · independent HPLC-MS laboratory
- Storage
- Store lyophilized at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture
Handling & compliance
Storage & Intended Use
Storage Instructions
Handling and Storage Tips:
- On arrival, store the sealed vial at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture.
- For short-term storage (days to weeks), refrigeration at 2–8 °C is acceptable.
- Lyophilized peptides tolerate room temperature for short periods, such as during shipping.
- Let the vial reach room temperature before opening, to avoid condensation.
- Once reconstituted, keep refrigerated at 2–8 °C and avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.
FDA Disclosure & Intended Use
FDA Disclosure: The statements on this website and the products sold herein have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA). These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Products sold are for Research Use Only and are not for human or animal use.
Intended Purpose: Products sold on this site are intended for laboratory research use only, specifically in vitro studies – experiments conducted outside of living organisms.
Documentation
Certificate of Analysis & Safety Data
Research references
- PubMed: published research on melanotan II melanocortin Source ↗
Answers
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melanotan 2 third-party tested?
Yes. Each lot is tested by Bioviridian, an independent HPLC-MS laboratory, for identity (mass spectrometry), purity (RP-HPLC), content and endotoxin, and the Certificate of Analysis is published for that lot.
Can I see the Certificate of Analysis before buying?
Yes. Download it from the Documents section above, or search the lot number in our COA library.
What does 'Research Use Only' mean?
Products are supplied only for laboratory research. They are not drugs, foods, supplements or cosmetics and are not for human or veterinary use.
How is it shipped and stored?
Cold-packed with tracking, same day on orders by 2 PM ET. Store lyophilized vials at −20 °C on arrival.
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