Melanotan II 20 Pen
A synthetic cyclic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, and a standard tool compound in melanogenesis research. Pre-filled, dispensing in 0.1mg increments.
Product Details
Overview+
Melanotan II (MT-II) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. A lactam bridge and a D-phenylalanine substitution give it markedly greater potency and metabolic stability than native alpha-MSH, which is why it is used as a tool compound rather than as a receptor-selective probe. It is a non-selective agonist across the melanocortin receptor family (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, MC5R); its best-characterised application is at MC1R, where activation drives transcription of tyrosinase and related enzymes in the melanin biosynthetic pathway. Supplied for in vitro and laboratory research only.
Specifications+
Storage and Handling+
Store refrigerated at 2 to 8C, away from light. Shipped in insulated cold-chain packaging. Do not freeze. For laboratory research use only, not for human or veterinary use.
Research Background
Melanotan II was developed at the University of Arizona during research into the melanocortin system. Its cyclic lactam bridge and D-phenylalanine substitution confer potency and metabolic stability well beyond native alpha-MSH.
At MC1R, the receptor expressed on melanocytes, activation drives transcription of tyrosinase and related enzymes in the melanin biosynthetic pathway. Activity at MC3R and MC4R has made the peptide a subject of central melanocortin-signalling research, and its MC5R activity is studied in exocrine and sebaceous gland models. Supplied for in vitro and laboratory research only, not for human use.
Certificate of Analysis
Verified by in-house laboratory testing
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melanotan II?+
A synthetic cyclic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, used as a non-selective melanocortin agonist in pigmentation and receptor-signalling research. Supplied for laboratory use only.
Is it legal in the UAE?+
It is sold strictly for scientific research and laboratory use. Buyers confirm they are qualified researchers or industry professionals.
How should it be stored?+
Refrigerated at 2 to 8C, away from light. Do not freeze. It ships in insulated cold-chain packaging.
Melanotan II 20 Pen
All products are strictly for scientific research and laboratory use only. By purchasing, you confirm you are a licensed researcher or laboratory professional. Must be 18+ to order.