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Melanotan II
CAS #: 121062-08-6
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Melanotan II Overview
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog of α-MSH, a naturally occurring peptide that regulates pigmentation through target receptor activation. Originally developed as a research compound for studying melanogenesis and photoprotective pathways, MT-II exhibits high affinity for its primary target receptor subtypes. Through selective binding to multiple pathway targets, it has been examined in research contexts involving pigmentation pathways, endocrine signaling, and peptide-receptor pharmacology in laboratory settings.
Dorr et al. (2004).
History
Melanotan II was synthesized in the 1990s at the University of Arizona as part of peptide signaling research aimed at developing photoprotective research compounds. Building upon earlier work with linear melanotropic peptides, researchers created this cyclized analog to improve stability and target selectivity. The peptide emerged from systematic structure-activity relationship studies examining peptide-receptor agonist dynamics.
Dorr et al. (1996).
Melanotan II Structure
- CAS #:
- 121062-08-6
- Molecular Formula:
- C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
- Molecular Weight:
- 1024.18 g/mol
- PubChem ID:
- 92432
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Each vial contains the labelled quantity of lyophilized peptide. The stated milligram figure refers to the peptide content, not the total mass of the lyophilized cake.
Reconstitution requires bacteriostatic water and appropriate laboratory equipment, which are not included.
Products ship as research materials without directions for use. Handling should follow your own laboratory protocols.
Store lyophilized material at 2-8°C and away from light. Once reconstituted, follow your laboratory's stability guidance.
