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Melanotan II and melanocortin receptor research
A synthetic analogue used to study the melanocortin receptor family and the varied biology it controls.
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Melanotan II
Melanotan II 10mg
For in vitro research only
A synthetic alpha-MSH analogue supplied as a 10 mg lyophilized vial for research into melanogenesis and related pathways.
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Technical specification
- Molecular formula
- C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
- Molar mass
- 1024.198 g/mol
- Purity
- ≥99%
- Synonyms
- MT-2, MT-II
- Solubility
- Water-soluble (reconstitute with bacteriostatic water)
- Organoleptic profile
- White to off-white lyophilized powder
- Composition
- Synthetic peptide — requires reconstitution
Key attributes
Kit contents
- 1 × Melanotan II 10mg vial
- Tamper-evident flip-off cap
- Batch-tested for purity (≥99%)
- Lyophilized for stability during shipping
- Bacteriostatic water (3 mL)
Each vial is intended for laboratory use only.
Research usage
How is Melanotan II 10mg used in research?
Melanotan-2 (MT-2) is a synthetic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone developed in the 1980s. In research it has been studied for its ability to stimulate melanocytes and increase melanin production, as well as for effects on appetite and behavior mediated through melanocortin receptors.
Research has shown MT-2 to stimulate melanocytes and increase skin pigmentation in animal and clinical models. It has also been investigated for effects on sexual-arousal pathways and appetite regulation via melanocortin-receptor activity.
Commonly reported research observations include nausea, facial flushing, and darkening of existing nevi. Its safety profile is not fully characterized, and changes in pigmented lesions are an important consideration in research models.
Recommended ratio
- 1 mL of bacteriostatic water per 10 mg vial
- Equivalent to 10 mg/mL (i.e. 1 mg per 10 units on a 100 U insulin syringe)
- Remove the plastic flip-off lid from the vial.
- Disinfect the rubber stoppers with alcohol wipes.
- Inject the diluent slowly down the inner wall of the vial to avoid foaming.
- Gently swirl the vial (never shake). Let it dissolve for about 10 minutes.
Unopened / before reconstitution
- Store at a stable temperature.
- Stable for 24 months.
- For long-term storage (2+ years), store at -20 °C.
Reconstituted solution
- Must be kept refrigerated.
- Avoid exposure to light and excessive heat.
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