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Melanotan II

Research Compound

Melanotan II

Overview

Melanotan II (MT-II) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH). It has been investigated experimentally as a non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist, including research involving melanocortin signaling and pigmentation.

Composition

Melanotan II (MT-II)
Peptide Sequence - Ac-Nle-Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys-NH2
Molecular Formula - C50H69N15O9
Molecular Weight - 1024.2 g/mol
CAS Number - 121062-08-6

Presentation

Lyophilized Powder

Storage

Store refrigerated. Protect from light.

Published Research

Research Literature

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Research Use

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