SEXUAL WELLNESS & PIGMENTATION
Melanotan I
Alpha-MSH analog (afamelanotide). Investigated in melanocortin-1 receptor and pigmentation research.
Bundle & save
Free shipping
on orders over $300
Damage protection
replacement guarantee
Secure checkout
3D Secure
Certificate of Analysis
Third-party tested · ISO/IEC 17025 accredited
—
purity
✓ Passed full QC panel
- Variant
- Melanotan I · 10 mg
- Lot #
- —
- Labeled
- 10 mg
- Tested
- —
Full QC panel
- Purity (HPLC)
- —
- Net Peptide Content
- Pass
- Identity (HPLC-MS)
- Confirmed
- Heavy Metals (ICP-MS)
- Not detected
- Sterility
- No growth
- Endotoxin (LAL)
- Within limits
Purity, lot and tested date are per-lot; remaining QC rows are representative — exact values on the CoA.
Compound Information
Chemical and structural properties
Chemical identity verified via NIH PubChem · biological targets characterized from the peer-reviewed literature.
Molecular profile
Structure
- CAS Number
- 75921-69-6
- Molecular Formula
- C78H111N21O19
- Molecular Weight
- 1646.8 g/mol
- Sequence
- —
- Type
- Research peptide
- PubChem
- CID 16197727 ↗
Biological targets
Interactions
- Primary target
- Melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R); also MC3R, MC4R, MC5R
- Pathway
- MC1R–cAMP–PKA–MITF; tyrosinase-driven eumelanin synthesis
- Mechanism
- Linear [Nle4, D-Phe7]-α-MSH analog; non-selective melanocortin agonist
- Research area
- Pigmentation, photobiology and melanocortin-system research
Physical properties
Handling & Storage
- Appearance
- White to off-white lyophilized powder
- Solubility
- Soluble in water; reconstitute prior to use
- Storage
- 2-8 deg C, protect from light
- Country of origin
- USA
Sources & References
Peer-reviewed research
Indexed in NIH PubMed. Provided for research context; not a claim of clinical outcome.
—
Afamelanotide
2012 · PMID 38598652
—
View Source ↗BIOORGANIC & MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY LETTERS
Discovery of novel N-(1-benzyl-1H-imidazol-2-yl)amide derivatives as melanocortin 1 receptor agonists
2022 · PMID 36367494
Sato A et al.
View Source ↗POSTEPY DERMATOLOGII I ALERGOLOGII
Afamelanotide in protoporphyria and other skin diseases: a review
2024 · PMID 38784937
Polańska A et al.
View Source ↗AMERICAN JOURNAL OF CLINICAL DERMATOLOGY
Afamelanotide: A Review in Erythropoietic Protoporphyria
2016 · PMID 26979527
Kim ES et al.
View Source ↗JOURNAL OF MEDICINAL CHEMISTRY
Discovery of MT-7117 (Dersimelagon Phosphoric Acid): A Novel, Potent, Selective, and Nonpeptidic Orally Available Melanocortin 1 Receptor Agonist
2024 · PMID 39641249
Sato A et al.
View Source ↗
⚠ Important research notice
PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED AS A RESEARCH CHEMICAL ONLY. This designation allows the use of research chemicals strictly for in vitro testing and laboratory experimentation only. All product information available on this website is for educational purposes only. Bodily introduction of any kind into humans or animals is strictly prohibited by law. Products should only be handled by licensed, qualified professionals. Products sold are not a drug, food, or cosmetic and may not be misbranded, misused or mislabeled as a drug, food, or cosmetic.
All the research peptides you need, with the peace of mind at your fingertips.
Stay Connected with Aminologix
Be the first to receive exclusive discount codes, new product launches, special offers, educational content, research updates, and company news. No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.