Overview
Melanotan 2 (MT-2) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It is one of the most widely referenced compounds in melanocortin receptor research, showing high binding affinity for MC1R and MC4R in published laboratory studies. MelanoMax's Melanotan 2 is manufactured to pharmaceutical-grade standards and supplied as a sterile, lyophilised powder ready for reconstitution in a research setting.
Storage & Handling
Store the lyophilised (unreconstituted) vial at -20°C, protected from light, until ready for use. Once reconstituted, refrigerate at 2–8°C and use within the timeframe indicated by your laboratory's standard protocol.
Research Information
Melanotan 2 has featured in published research examining melanocortin receptor pharmacology, pigmentation signalling pathways, and G-protein-coupled receptor (GPCR) activity. Its cyclic structure gives it greater metabolic stability in vitro compared with linear α-MSH analogues, which is part of why it is commonly selected for receptor-binding and structure-activity studies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melanotan 2 for human use?
No. Melanotan 2 is sold strictly for in vitro laboratory research and is not licensed, approved, or intended for human or veterinary use.
What purity can I expect?
Every batch is independently verified via HPLC/MS to ≥99% purity. A batch-specific Certificate of Analysis is available on request.
How is Melanotan 2 supplied?
As a sterile, lyophilised (freeze-dried) powder in a 10mg glass vial, which requires reconstitution with bacteriostatic water before laboratory use.
Shipping
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