CAS 75921-69-6
Melanotan 1 10 mg
Alpha-MSH analogue studied in research on melanogenesis.
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Description
Melanotan 1 (afamelanotide) is a synthetic analogue of alpha-MSH studied in laboratory models of melanogenesis and photoprotection. Supplied for in vitro research only.
Specification
| CAS number | 75921-69-6 |
|---|---|
| Vial size | 10 mg |
| Purity | Specification ≥98%; the measured value is on the certificate of analysis for the lot |
| Molecular formula | C78H111N21O19 |
| Molar mass | 1646.85 g/mol |
| Sequence or identity | Ac-Ser-Tyr-Ser-Nle-Glu-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Gly-Lys-Pro-Val-NH2 (13 amino acids) |
| Form | Lyophilised powder |
| Research area | Dermal and pigmentation research |
| Storage | −20 °C, protected from light; after reconstitution, 2 to 8 °C |
Published research
- Hadley ME et al. [Nle4, D-Phe7]-alpha-MSH: a superpotent melanotropin that "irreversibly" activates melanoma tyrosinase. Endocr Res, 1985. PubMed 3009169 · doi:10.1080/07435808509032974
In S91 melanoma cells, [Nle4, D-Phe7]-alpha-MSH (the afamelanotide sequence) stimulated tyrosinase far more potently than alpha-MSH. - Hadley ME et al. Discovery and development of novel melanogenic drugs. Melanotan-I and -II. Pharm Biotechnol, 1998. PubMed 9760697 · doi:10.1007/0-306-47384-4_25
A review of the discovery of the melanogenic peptides Melanotan-I and Melanotan-II.
Published laboratory and preclinical research, cited for scientific context only. It is not evidence of safety or effect in people.
Documentation
Every vial ships with a written specification. More on how lots are tested: Quality and testing · What a certificate of analysis shows · How purity is measured.
Questions about Melanotan 1 10 mg
Is Melanotan 1 10 mg intended for human use?
No. Melanotan 1 10 mg is supplied exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. It is not a medicine, food supplement or cosmetic and must not be administered to people or animals.
What purity does Melanotan 1 10 mg have?
The specification is at least 98%. The measured value is on the certificate of analysis for each lot.
How should Melanotan 1 10 mg be stored?
At −20 °C, protected from light; after reconstitution, 2 to 8 °C.
How is Melanotan 1 10 mg shipped?
From UK stock by Royal Mail Tracked 48, in plain packaging, once payment has arrived. Royal Mail aims to deliver in 2 to 3 working days. Free delivery from £25.
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