Melanotan I

SKU: MT1-10

Disponible

$50.00

MG:

10MG

Variante

Melanotan I, también conocido como afamelanotida, es un análogo peptídico lineal sintético de la hormona estimulante de los α-melanocitos (α-MSH) compuesto por 13 aminoácidos y caracterizado por una secuencia y estructura molecular definidas. Clasificado como péptido regulador activo del receptor de melanocortina, Melanotan I es ampliamente referenciado en la literatura científica para estudios de estructura-función de péptidos, investigación de interacción con receptores y análisis de señalización neuroendocrina. Con una identidad química bien establecida y propiedades fisicoquímicas documentadas.

Product Specifications

Size: 10MG
Form: Lyophilized Powder
Appearance: White to off-white powder
Weight: 0.2 lb
Dimensions: 2" x 2" x 2"

COA's & Testing

Chemical Purity: >99%
Purity & Identification Testing: HPLC & Mass Spectrometry
Net Content Weight Testing: Milligram Weight
Endotoxin Testing: < 0% Bacterial Endotoxins

Regulatory & Intended Use

Regulatory Status: Solo para uso en investigación (RUO)
Chemical Grade: Laboratory, Research y Analytical

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Scientific Background

Discovery and Development
Melanotan I, also known as afamelanotide, is a synthetic linear analog of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It was developed in the 1980s at the University of Arizona by researchers Victor Hruby, Mac Hadley, and Robert Dorr as part of efforts to create more stable and potent melanocortin analogs. The molecule was designed to stimulate melanogenesis (tanning) and provide photoprotection with greater metabolic stability than the natural peptide. It was initially explored as a potential sunless tanning agent and later developed clinically for photosensitivity disorders.

Key Milestones in Research

1980s: Synthesis and preclinical characterization of Melanotan I (afamelanotide) at the University of Arizona.
1990s–2000s: Licensing and further development by pharmaceutical companies; transition from tanning research toward therapeutic photoprotection.
2014: EMA approval of afamelanotide (Scenesse) under exceptional circumstances for erythropoietic protoporphyria (EPP).
2019: FDA approval of Scenesse to increase pain-free light exposure in adults with EPP.

Melanotan I remains a valuable research tool for investigators studying melanocortin receptor signaling (particularly MC1R), pigmentation pathways, and photoprotection mechanisms in controlled laboratory settings.

Why researchers choose Ceritide Research Melanotan I: High-purity linear α-MSH analog ideal for melanocortin receptor, pigmentation, and photoprotection research.

Melanotan I

CAS: 75921-69-6
Molecular Formula: C₇₈H₁₁₁N₂₁O₁₉
Molecular Weight: 1646,85 g/mol
Amino Length: 13 aminoácidos
Classification:
Structure:
Sequence: SYSXEHFRWGKPV
Synonyms:
NIH PubChem: View compound profile on NIH PubChem
NIH PubMed Article:

Storage Guidelines

Peptide Storage Guidelines: Best Practices for Research Stability

At Ceritide Research, we provide high-purity peptides for laboratory and scientific research. Proper storage preserves peptide integrity and supports reliable experimental results.

Storage Guidelines for Lyophilized (Powder) Peptides

Long-Term Storage: Keep at -20°C (-4°F) or lower (ideally -80°C / -112°F) for multi-year stability.
Short-Term Storage: Refrigerate at 2–8°C (36–46°F) for weeks to a few months. Minimize room temperature exposure.
Best Practices: Store in airtight vials with desiccants. Allow vials to reach room temperature in a desiccator before opening. Protect from light and moisture. Aliquot to reduce freeze-thaw cycles.

Storage Guidelines for Reconstituted Peptide Solutions

Once dissolved, peptides are less stable and should be used promptly:

Recommended Temperature: Store at 2–8°C (36–46°F) (refrigerator) for short-term use, typically up to 1–4 weeks depending on the sequence and buffer.
Longer-Term Solution Storage: Aliquot and freeze at -20°C (-4°F) or lower. Avoid storing solutions long-term when possible.
Best Practices: Use sterile techniques, bacteriostatic water or research-grade buffers, and minimize exposure to air and light. Prevent repeated freeze-thaw cycles.

For Research Use Only
All products from Ceritide Research are sold for research, laboratory, or analytical purposes only, and are not for human consumption. Our peptides are intended exclusively for in vitro scientific research and are not for human or veterinary use.

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