Melanotan II
Melanotan is a synthetic peptide, either Melanotan I or Melanotan II. It mimics the natural hormone a-MSH. It stimulates melanin production, which causes skin darkening for a sunless tan.
It is a synthetic analogue of the alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (a-MSH). It binds to receptors in skin cells. This triggers melanin (pigment) production, which leads to tanning.It is often promoted alongside UV exposure to enhance tanning or for tanning without sun.
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For research use only. Not for human consumption. Not FDA approved.
About this compound
Melanotan II (MT-II) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It functions as a non-selective agonist at melanocortin receptors (MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, MC5R) with significantly higher potency and longer duration of action than the endogenous ligand.
Compound Specifications
- Sequence: Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH₂
- Molecular Formula: C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
- Molecular Weight: 1,024.18 Da
- CAS: 121062-08-6
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Storage: −20°C, protected from light and moisture
- Reconstitution: Bacteriostatic water or sterile water
Research Context
MT-II is used in melanocortin receptor research including studies of pigmentation pathways, energy homeostasis regulation, and autonomic nervous system interactions mediated through MC3R and MC4R.
For research and laboratory use only. Not for human or animal consumption. Research Use Only.
