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Melanocortin Research peptides

Melanocortin receptor ligands studied in pigmentation, inflammation and sexual-function physiology.

2 melanocortin research peptides available to order

Every compound below is supplied at 99% purity (HPLC) for in-vitro laboratory research. Open a profile for technical data, research background and references, or enquire to order directly.

Melanotan II research peptide vial, Positive Peptides, 99% purityMelanocortin Research99% purity

Melanotan II

Cyclic heptapeptide melanocortin receptor agonist (non-selective)

A cyclic analogue of α-MSH developed at the University of Arizona as a potent, non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist. Studied in pigmentation and sexual-function physiology; never approved as a medicine.

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PT-141 (Bremelanotide) research peptide vial, Positive Peptides, 99% purityMelanocortin Research99% purity

PT-141 (Bremelanotide)

Cyclic heptapeptide melanocortin receptor agonist (MC4R-preferring)

A metabolite/analogue of Melanotan II that differs by a C-terminal carboxylic acid. Licensed in the United States as a medicine for a specific indication; used in research as an MC4R-preferring reference agonist.

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For laboratory research only. All compounds described on this website are supplied strictly for in-vitro laboratory research. They are not for human or veterinary use, and no medical or therapeutic claims are made. Researchers remain responsible for complying with the rules that apply to them.

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