Melanotan II (4-Pack)
Melanotan II (4-Pack)
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Product Details
- Form: Lyophilized peptide
- Net per vial: 10 mg (filled to approximately 104% of label)
- Purity: ≥99% (HPLC-verified)
- Identity: MS-verified (per COA)
- Storage: 2–8 °C, protect from light
- Formula / M.W.: C50H69N15O9 / 1024.18 Da
- CAS: 121062-08-6
What Makes Melanotan 2 a Unique Compound
Melanotan 2 (MT-2) is a synthetic cyclic peptide developed from alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), a naturally occurring hormone involved in melanocortin receptor signalling. Structural modifications improve the peptide's stability compared with native α-MSH, allowing researchers to investigate melanocortin biology with greater consistency and extended receptor activity in laboratory settings.
Unlike highly selective receptor agonists, Melanotan 2 interacts with multiple melanocortin receptor subtypes, making it a valuable research tool for studying the diverse physiological roles of the melanocortin system. Scientific literature has examined MT-2 in research involving melanogenesis, pigmentation biology, receptor pharmacology, endocrine signalling, and neuropeptide regulation.
Because of its broad receptor activity, Melanotan 2 is frequently used to investigate how different melanocortin receptors contribute to specific biological responses. This has made the peptide an important reference compound for comparative receptor studies and for improving scientific understanding of melanocortin signalling pathways.
For Canadian laboratories investigating pigmentation biology and melanocortin receptor physiology, Melanotan 2 provides a well-characterized research peptide supported by decades of published scientific literature. Its distinctive pharmacological profile continues to make it one of the most widely recognized compounds within melanocortin research.
Key Benefits
- Melanogenesis Research — Melanotan 2 is widely investigated for its role in melanocortin receptor activation and the biological pathways involved in melanin production and pigmentation.
- Melanocortin Receptor Biology — As a non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist, MT-2 serves as a valuable research tool for studying receptor signalling, receptor subtype activity, and downstream cellular responses.
- Pigmentation Studies — Scientific literature frequently examines Melanotan 2 in laboratory models investigating pigment cell biology, skin physiology, and melanocyte function.
- Comparative Receptor Pharmacology — Researchers frequently use Melanotan 2 as a reference compound when comparing non-selective melanocortin receptor activation with more selective melanocortin peptide analogues.
- Energy Balance Research — Experimental studies continue to investigate the relationship between melanocortin receptor signalling, appetite regulation, and metabolic physiology as part of broader endocrine research.
- Neuropeptide Research — By activating multiple melanocortin receptor subtypes, Melanotan 2 provides researchers with a valuable model for investigating neuropeptide signalling and receptor-mediated biological pathways.
Related Research Peptides
Researchers studying Melanotan 2 frequently investigate it alongside other peptides involved in melanocortin biology, skin physiology, and endocrine signalling. Common companion compounds include:
- PT-141 — A melanocortin receptor peptide derived from the same research lineage as Melanotan 2, commonly investigated for receptor pharmacology and comparative melanocortin signalling.
- GHK-Cu — A naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide widely studied in skin physiology, extracellular matrix biology, and tissue remodelling research.
- Wolverine Stack — A standardized research kit combining BPC-157 and TB-500 for investigators studying complementary regenerative biology pathways alongside dermatological research.
- BPC-157 — A gastric-derived pentadecapeptide frequently investigated in connective tissue, angiogenesis, and regenerative biology, making it a complementary compound in broader tissue research.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Melanotan 2 in Canada for laboratory research?
Diamond Peptides supplies research-grade Melanotan 2 exclusively for scientific and laboratory research throughout Canada. Every production batch undergoes High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) purity verification, Mass Spectrometry (MS) identity confirmation, and is supported by batch-specific Certificates of Analysis (COAs).
How is Melanotan 2 different from PT-141?
Although both peptides belong to the melanocortin family, they are commonly investigated for different research purposes. Melanotan 2 is primarily studied for melanocortin receptor biology, melanogenesis, and pigmentation pathways, whereas PT-141 is more frequently investigated for receptor signalling and neuroendocrine physiology through a distinct pharmacological profile.
Is Melanotan 2 naturally occurring?
No. Melanotan 2 is a synthetic cyclic analogue of the naturally occurring hormone alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). Structural modifications improve its stability while preserving melanocortin receptor activity for laboratory research.
How are purity and identity verified?
Each production lot undergoes High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) analysis to verify a purity of at least 99%, while Mass Spectrometry (MS) confirms molecular identity. Batch-specific Certificates of Analysis are provided to support laboratory quality assurance and research documentation.
⚠️ For research use only. Not intended for human or veterinary use. Not a drug, food, or supplement.
