Melanotan II
Cyclic Melanocortin Analog for Pigmentation & Receptor Signaling Research
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- Lyophilized research material
Description
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic peptide analog derived from alpha-melanocyte-stimulating-hormone research. It is investigated primarily in melanocortin-receptor biology, melanogenesis, pigmentation pathways, and receptor signaling.
$50.00/ 10 mg · USD
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SKU VP-MTII-10
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Scientific overview
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog related to alpha-MSH. Alpha-MSH belongs to the melanocortin signaling system, a family of peptide-receptor pathways involved in numerous biological processes. Melanotan II has been studied for activity involving melanocortin receptors and is frequently used in laboratory models investigating receptor activation, melanocyte signaling, pigmentation biology, and melanogenesis.
Research applications
- Melanocortin receptor research
- Melanogenesis
- Melanocyte biology
- Pigmentation pathways
- GPCR signaling
- Alpha-MSH analog research
- Receptor-binding studies
- Cellular signaling
Research use & regulatory disclaimer
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Specifications
| Compound | Melanotan II |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 121062-08-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C50H69N15O9 |
| Approximate Molecular Weight | 1024.2 g/mol |
| Compound Type | Synthetic cyclic peptide |
| Research Category | Melanocortin Receptor Research |
| Catalog strengths | 10 mg |
| SKU | VP-MTII-10 |
| Purity | Published on the certificate for each batch |
| Analytical method | Published on the certificate for each batch |
| Testing laboratory | Published on the certificate for each batch |
| Form | Lyophilized research material |
Storage and handling
Store lyophilized at -20°C; protect from light and moisture. Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water; refrigerate reconstituted solution at 2-8°C.
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