Melanocortin Agonist
MT-2
Melanocortin-1/4 Receptor Agonist
Melanotan II (MT-2) is a synthetic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It is a cyclic lactam analogue designed for enhanced metabolic stability and receptor binding. MT-2 exhibits high affinity for melanocortin receptors (MC1R and MC4R) and is used in academic and industrial research investigating skin pigmentation biology, neuroendocrine function, and central appetite regulation pathways.
Quantity
10MG
Purity
98%+
Mol. Weight
1024.17 Da
CAS No.
121062-08-6
FOR LABORATORY RESEARCH USE ONLY — NOT FOR HUMAN CONSUMPTION
Research Information
- High-affinity agonist at MC1R (pigmentation) and MC4R (central appetite pathways)
- Cyclic lactam structure confers enhanced resistance to enzymatic degradation
- Extensively studied in models of melanogenesis and UV-protective pigmentation
- Used in neuroendocrine research examining hypothalamic appetite regulation
- Research applications span dermatology, obesity biology, and sexual behaviour neuroscience
Storage Conditions
- Long-term storage: −20°C in lyophilised powder form
- Reconstituted solution: 4°C, use within 28 days
- Avoid exposure to temperatures above 25°C
- Protect from UV light — store in amber vials when possible
- Use bacteriostatic water for reconstitution to extend shelf life
Safe Handling
- Strict laboratory research use only — not for human administration
- Wear appropriate PPE when handling
- Reconstitute using aseptic technique in a sterile environment
- Label all aliquots with compound name, concentration, and preparation date
- Follow institutional guidelines for peptide waste disposal
Molecular Profile
MOLECULAR FORMULA
C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
1024.17 Da
CAS NUMBER
121062-08-6
PURITY
98%+
CLASSIFICATION / SEQUENCE
Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH₂
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Reconstitution Solution
BAC Water
Sterile water for injection containing 0.9% benzyl alcohol as a bacteriostatic preservative. The standard reconstitution vehicle for research peptide compounds.
RESEARCH USE ONLY: MT-2 is sold exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. Not intended for human or animal consumption. Not for clinical or therapeutic use.