Melanotan II – Research Grade Peptide

Lyophilised Powder | ≥99% Purity

Melanotan II is a synthetically manufactured research peptide supplied as a high-purity lyophilised powder. It is characterised as a cyclic melanocortin receptor agonist peptide analogue and is supplied strictly for laboratory and analytical research applications.

Research Context

Melanotan II is currently studied in laboratory environments for its interaction with melanocortin receptor signalling pathways. It is characterised as a synthetic analogue of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), demonstrating activity across several melanocortin receptor subtypes including:

• Melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R)
• Melanocortin-3 receptor (MC3R)
• Melanocortin-4 receptor (MC4R)
• Melanocortin-5 receptor (MC5R)

In experimental models, compounds within this receptor class are investigated for their potential roles in melanogenesis signalling pathways, neuroendocrine melanocortin signalling, and pigmentation biology.

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

• Melanocortin receptor signalling and receptor subtype pharmacology
• Melanin synthesis pathways and melanocyte activation mechanisms
• Neuroendocrine melanocortin system signalling models
• Structure-activity relationships of cyclic melanocortin analogues

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.