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Research-grade Melanotan-1 peptide, 10mg lyophilized vial. Third-party tested, COA included. For research use only.
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For laboratory research purposes
Melanotan-1 (MT-1) is a synthetic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. Each vial contains 10mg of lyophilized MT-1 for research purposes only. Third-party tested with Certificate of Analysis (COA) available. Purity: >99%. COA Batch: MPMT001.
MT-1 is a synthetic analog of α-Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone (α-MSH) specifically developed for research into melanocortin receptor pathways. This linear heptapeptide demonstrates potent agonist activity at melanocortin receptors MC1R and MC3-5R, making it valuable for studying pigmentary responses, metabolic regulation, and neuroimmunomodulatory processes in experimental models.
In controlled research environments, MT-1 has shown significant potential for stimulating melanogenesis through cAMP-mediated pathways in melanocyte cell cultures. The peptide interacts with key melanocortin receptors involved in pigment formation, appetite regulation, and inflammatory response modulation.
MT-1 is utilized in vitro for investigation of:
This compound is manufactured exclusively for in vitro research applications in controlled laboratory settings. It is not intended for human or animal consumption, nor for use in diagnostic procedures, therapeutic applications, or cosmetic formulations.
This product is intended for research use by qualified professionals in laboratory environments only. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
By purchasing from Midwest Peptide, the buyer affirms they are a qualified researcher or institution with appropriate facilities for handling research compounds. All sales are final. Midwest Peptide assumes no liability for misuse or improper handling of this material.
MT-1 (Melanotan 1, also called afamelanotide) is a synthetic 13-amino-acid analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH) that selectively activates melanocortin-1 (MC1R) and to a lesser extent MC4R receptors. In research it is studied for melanocyte signaling, pigmentation pathway research, and photoprotection model systems. Supplied strictly for Research Use Only.
MT-1 is more selective for the MC1R receptor (the pigmentation pathway). MT-2 activates a broader range of melanocortin receptors including MC4R. The selectivity difference produces different research profiles in published literature studying central versus peripheral melanocortin pathways.
MT-1 is studied in preclinical research on melanocortin receptor signaling, melanin synthesis pathways, photoprotection model systems, and ultraviolet response research. All cited studies are conducted in cellular or rodent systems consistent with RUO classification.
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Research Use Only. These products are not supplements, drugs, or intended for human or veterinary use. These products are for laboratory research purposes only. All product information available on this website is for educational purposes only. The products offered on this website are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Bodily introduction of any kind into humans or animals is strictly forbidden by law. This material is sold for in-vitro research purposes only.
Research Use Only. This product is intended solely for laboratory research purposes. Not for human or veterinary use. Not for food or cosmetic use. By purchasing, the buyer agrees to use this product only for research applications.
Every batch of MT-1 ships with a third-party COA verifying purity by HPLC (>=99%), identity by mass spectrometry, and lyophilized mass. The batch-specific COA is published on this product page before purchase.
Lyophilized MT-1 is stored at -20C for long-term storage and 2-8C for short-term use within 30 days. Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles. Store in original sealed vials, protected from light.
Afamelanotide (MT-1's INN) has narrow clinical approval in some jurisdictions for a specific dermatological condition. The MT-1 supplied here is for laboratory and research use only and is not approved for diagnostic, therapeutic, or human use.