Melanotan I – Research Grade Peptide

Lyophilised Powder | ≥99% Purity

Melanotan I, also known as afamelanotide, is a synthetically manufactured research peptide supplied as a high-purity lyophilised powder. It is characterised as a melanocortin receptor agonist peptide analogue and is supplied strictly for laboratory and analytical research applications.

Research Context

Melanotan I is currently studied in laboratory environments for its interaction with melanocortin signalling pathways involved in pigmentation biology. It is characterised as a synthetic α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) analogue, demonstrating activity at melanocortin receptors, particularly:

• Melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R)
• Additional melanocortin receptor subtypes in research models (e.g., MC3R/MC4R)

In experimental models, compounds within this receptor class are investigated for their potential roles in melanogenesis signalling, eumelanin production pathways, and UV-response photobiology under controlled research conditions.

Research interest in this class of peptides primarily focuses on understanding:

• MC1R receptor activation and downstream cAMP signalling pathways
• Melanocyte biology, pigment synthesis, and melanosome dynamics
• Photobiology models involving UV-response and oxidative stress pathways
• Melanocortin peptide pharmacology and analogue stability profiling

Any reference to receptor activity or biological mechanisms is provided strictly for scientific context within research settings.

Technical Specifications

Storage & Handling

• Store lyophilised peptide at2–8°C for short-term storage.
• For extended storage, keep at−20°C or below.
• Protect fromlight and moisture.
• Avoidrepeated freeze–thaw cyclesafter reconstitution.
• Use appropriatelaboratory handling procedures.
• Proper storage and handling are essential to maintain peptide integrity and stability for research applications.

Intended Use

This product is supplied strictly for laboratory and scientific research purposes only.

It is:

• Not for human consumption
• Not for animal or veterinary use
• Not a therapeutic good
• Not approved for medical, diagnostic, or clinical applications

Any reference to biological mechanisms or receptor activity is provided solely for scientific context.

Purchasers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws and proper laboratory protocols.