Melanotan 2
"Premium Melanocortin Receptor Agonist"
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Melanotan-2 (MT-II, CAS# 121062-08-6) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), engineered with a lactam bridge between Asp and Lys residues, N-terminal acetylation, C-terminal amidation, a norleucine (Nle) substitution, and a D-phenylalanine (D-Phe) residue. This combination of structural modifications produces a conformationally constrained, proteolytically stable scaffold studied as a non-selective pan-melanocortin receptor agonist (MC1R through MC5R) in preclinical and in vitro research. Supplied by BIOSTACKS as a lyophilized powder for in vitro laboratory research use. This compound has not been authorized by Health Canada for any therapeutic, clinical, or human use.
How to use it
Each vial arrives as lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder and must be reconstituted with bacteriostatic water before use in a research setting. Add the water slowly down the inside wall of the vial, then swirl gently until clear — never shake. Once reconstituted, keep it refrigerated and use within 28 days.
Open the step-by-step reconstitution guideStorage & stability
Sealed lyophilized vials are stable at ambient temperatures for 30 days and indefinitely at −20°C. After reconstitution, refrigerate at 2–8°C in the original vial and use within 28 days. Keep the vial out of direct light and avoid repeated temperature swings and agitation.
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Quality and purity tests are performed on random batches, covering identity (mass spec), purity (HPLC) and endotoxin results.
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About Melanotan 2
In controlled laboratory environments, it is extensively studied for its role in melanocortin receptor activation and melanin synthesis pathways. Researchers utilize this peptide to explore how receptor binding influences pigmentation models, cellular response mechanisms, and downstream signaling cascades. These mechanisms are essential for understanding how peptide-driven signaling interacts with skin-related biological systems.
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Each vial contains lyophilized peptide, sealed under vacuum with a butyl stopper and aluminum crimp cap. Bacteriostatic water is sold separately.
Store the sealed vial at 2–8°C in a dark environment. After reconstitution, keep refrigerated and use within 28 days.
Yes — every batch ships with a signed COA showing HPLC purity, mass spec confirmation, and endotoxin results. Download the sample COA above.
Larger vials offer the same peptide at a lower per-mg cost. Reconstitution volume scales linearly with size.