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Melanotan-2 peptide UK 10mg vial - Crown Peptides research peptide

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Melanotan-2 Research Peptide

A high-purity research peptide studied in skin-pigmentation research. Available in 10mg, with every batch independently tested and dispatched from the UK.

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Product Overview

A high-purity research peptide studied in skin-pigmentation research. Available in 10mg, with every batch independently tested and dispatched from the UK.

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Overview

Product Overview

Melanotan-2 peptide UK is Crown Peptides' synthetic cyclic heptapeptide, also known as an alpha-MSH (melanocyte-stimulating hormone) analogue, available in 10mg strength for laboratory research.

10mgAvailable strengthHPLC testedChromatographic purityMS verifiedIdentity confirmedBatch CoADocumentation supplied

Supplied for laboratory research purposes only — not for human consumption or for medical, veterinary or diagnostic use.

Key features

Key Features

  • Studied in research involving melanocortin receptor pharmacology (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R)
  • Studied in research involving melanogenesis and melanocyte signalling pathways
  • Studied in research involving neuroendocrine and behavioural models
  • Studied in research involving receptor selectivity and subtype comparisons
  • Batch-specific quality documentation available
Background

About Melanotan-2 Peptide UK

Melanotan-2 is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), commonly discussed in research on melanocortin receptor pharmacology and melanogenesis. Its lactam-bridged cyclic structure gives it greater resistance to enzymatic degradation than the native linear hormone, making it a widely used tool in receptor-binding and signalling studies.

Research

Melanotan-2 Research

Melanotan-2 research has explored melanocortin agonist activity in neuroendocrine research models (Learn more), melanogenesis, receptor subtype selectivity and behavioural signalling pathways. Some of this literature originates from melanocortin-receptor pharmacology research alongside other related compounds such as [Melanotan-1]. These findings remain highly model-dependent and should be presented as experimental observations rather than established cosmetic or therapeutic effects.

  • Melanocortin receptor pharmacology (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R)
  • Melanogenesis and melanocyte signalling
  • Neuroendocrine and behavioural models
  • Receptor selectivity and subtype comparisons
Specifications

Specifications

Product
Melanotan-2
Classification
Synthetic cyclic heptapeptide, alpha-MSH analogue
Available strength
10mg
CAS number
121062-08-6
Molecular weight
~1024.2 g/mol
Molecular formula
C50H69N15O9
Form
Research material supplied according to product label
Purity and assay
99% (HPLC), batch-specific — refer to Certificate of Analysis
Verification
HPLC and Mass Spectrometry where analytically appropriate

Compound-level reference data. Batch-specific results appear on the Certificate of Analysis.

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Testing

Purity and Testing

Crown Peptides Melanotan-2 is supplied for controlled laboratory research with batch-specific analytical documentation. High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) can assess chromatographic purity, while Mass Spectrometry provides molecular information used to support identity verification.

The batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is the definitive source for the exact purity result, identity data and analytical specification of the material supplied.

Storage

Storage Conditions

  • Store unreconstituted material at -20°C ± 5°C in a cool, dry environment
  • Prepared research solutions should use validated storage conditions appropriate to the compound and study design
  • Protect from unnecessary heat, direct light and repeated temperature fluctuations
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Related

Related Compounds

Researchers working with Melanotan-2 may also be interested in [Melanotan-1], [PT-141], [GHK-Cu], [Epitalon] and [MOTS-C] — other compounds studied in melanocortin and receptor-pharmacology research.

Compliance

Research Use Only

  • Laboratory research only
  • Not for human or clinical use
  • Not for human or veterinary consumption
  • Qualified personnel only
Questions

Melanotan-2 Frequently Asked Questions

What is Melanotan-2?

Melanotan-2 peptide UK from Crown Peptides is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-MSH, supplied at 10mg strength.

Why is Melanotan-2 studied in research?

Experimental literature has examined melanocortin receptor pharmacology, melanogenesis, receptor subtype selectivity and neuroendocrine signalling in research models.

How is Melanotan-2 different from Melanotan-1?

Melanotan-2 is a smaller cyclic analogue with non-selective activity across multiple melanocortin receptor subtypes, whereas [Melanotan-1] is a linear analogue more selective for MC1R.

What strength is supplied?

Melanotan-2 peptide UK is available in 10mg vials only.

How is Melanotan-2 quality assessed?

Peptide identity and purity can be evaluated using HPLC and Mass Spectrometry, with exact batch results shown on the Certificate of Analysis.

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Every batch is published openly — identity, purity and batch number, with no account needed.

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Supplied for laboratory research purposes only — not for human consumption or for medical, veterinary or diagnostic use.

All Batches Purity Tested

Each batch undergoes internal analytical verification using chromatographic and spectrometric methods prior to lyophilisation.

• HPLC Analysis
• Mass Spectrometry Confirmation
• Batch Traceability

For Research Use Only

By purchasing this product you confirm that you are a qualified researcher and that this compound will be used exclusively for laboratory research purposes.

Not for Human Consumption

This product is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use.

Any human or medical use is strictly prohibited.

Store Safely at All Times

Store in a cool, dry, secure and sterile environment away from any unauthorised persons or children.

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