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Melanotan 2
10 mg
Cyclic heptapeptide α-MSH analog with broad melanocortin activity (MC1R/3R/4R/5R), studied for melanogenesis, appetite modulation, and sexual function research.
$50
For laboratory and research use only. Not for human or animal consumption.
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Specifications
| Format | Lyophilized powder |
|---|---|
| Amount per vial | 10 mg |
| Presentation | Single-use sealed vial |
| Storage | Store lyophilized vial refrigerated or frozen; once reconstituted, keep refrigerated (2–8°C). |
| Purity | Third-party tested to 99%+. |
| Intended use | Laboratory and research use only. |
Areas of Research Interest
- Melanogenesis & pigmentation, MC1R-driven eumelanin synthesis and skin darkening is the most extensively studied research endpoint for MT-II
- Photoprotection research, Studies examine whether melanocortin-driven tanning responses can reduce UV-related skin damage
- Appetite & energy balance, MC4R-mediated reductions in food intake and body weight are documented in rodent research
- Sexual function, Pro-erectile and central arousal effects in preclinical and human research form the precursor literature for PT-141
- Melanocortin pharmacology, MT-II serves as a reference agonist for studying MC-receptor signaling, binding, and selectivity
