Melanotan II
Tanning Peptide
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Melanotan II (MT-2) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It was developed to investigate the biological activity of melanocortin peptides and their interactions with melanocortin receptors involved in pigmentation, energy regulation, and neuroendocrine signaling.
Melanotan II has become an important research reagent in laboratory studies examining melanocortin receptor pharmacology, peptide receptor biology, endocrine signaling, and pigment cell physiology.
Product Name: Melanotan II
Alternative Name: MT-2
Peptide Class: Synthetic α-MSH Analogue
CAS Number: 121062-08-6
Molecular Formula: C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
Molecular Weight: 1024.18 g/mol
Purity: ≥99% (HPLC)
Available Size: 10 mg
Appearance: White to off-white lyophilized powder
Grade: Research Grade
Melanotan II is commonly investigated in laboratory studies involving:
Melanocortin receptor pharmacology
Melanocyte biology
Pigmentation pathways
Peptide receptor signaling
Neuroendocrine regulation
Hormone receptor interactions
Energy homeostasis
Appetite-regulating pathways
GPCR (G protein-coupled receptor) research
Structure–activity relationship studies
Melanotan II is a synthetic analogue of α-MSH designed to bind to members of the melanocortin receptor family (MC1R–MC5R). In laboratory research, it has been used to investigate:
Melanocortin receptor activation
GPCR-mediated signaling pathways
Peptide–receptor interactions
Melanocyte function
Endocrine physiology
Structure–function relationships of melanocortin peptides
Its cyclic structure provides increased stability compared with endogenous α-MSH, making it a useful reagent for receptor pharmacology and peptide biology research.
Store refrigerated at 2–8°C before reconstitution.
For long-term storage, keep frozen at −20°C.
Protect from moisture, heat, and direct light.
Allow the vial to reach room temperature before opening.
Reconstitute using sterile bacteriostatic water or another suitable laboratory-grade solvent.
Gently swirl until completely dissolved.
Avoid vigorous shaking.
Minimize repeated freeze–thaw cycles after reconstitution.
Every batch undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including:
HPLC Purity Analysis (≥99%)
Mass Spectrometry Verification
Peptide Identity Confirmation
Appearance Inspection
Batch Quality Control Testing
Melanotan II is one of the most extensively studied melanocortin receptor agonists in peptide research. Its well-defined cyclic peptide structure, receptor affinity, and stability make it a valuable tool for investigations into melanocortin biology, peptide pharmacology, receptor signaling, and neuroendocrine physiology.
For Research Use Only.
This product is intended exclusively for scientific and laboratory research. It is not intended for human consumption, veterinary use, or clinical application and has not been approved for the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease.