Melanotan II
Dermal & Cosmetic Research

Melanotan II

Cyclic α-MSH Analog

A cyclic alpha-melanocyte-stimulating-hormone analog used in pigmentation and melanocortin-receptor research.

Starting at $27
Available sizes
10 mg

Sold for laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

CAS number
121062-08-6
Purity
≥ 98.5% (HPLC)
Molecular formula
C50H69N15O9
Molecular weight
1024.18 g/mol
Available sizes
10 mg
Form
Lyophilised powder, sealed vial
Documentation
Lot-specific COA (HPLC + MS)

Description

Melanotan II is a cyclic lactam analog of alpha-MSH with broad melanocortin receptor activity. Used as an analytical reference in melanocortin signalling studies.

Storage & handling

Store lyophilised at −20 °C, protected from light. Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water.

Quality documentation

Each lot is released against a written specification. The certificate of analysis supplied with your order includes the HPLC chromatogram, calculated purity, mass-spectrometry result and the theoretical versus observed molecular weight.

  • Reverse-phase HPLC purity, reported to one decimal place.
  • ESI-MS identity confirmation against the theoretical mass.
  • Lot number printed on the vial, matching the certificate.
  • SDS and handling guidance available on request.
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