Melanotan II Melanotan II PRODUCT IMAGE
HPLC VERIFIED COA SUPPLIED ≥99.3% PURITY
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Melanotan II MT-2 — Melanocortin Receptor Agonist

For in vitro research use only. Melanotan II is not for human or veterinary consumption, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of any condition.

Melanotan II is a synthetic compound based on a naturally occurring hormone called alpha-MSH. It has been studied for its ability to bind to multiple melanocortin receptors (specialised docking points on cells) at the same time. These receptors are involved in several biological processes including skin pigmentation (colour), energy balance, and signalling in the nervous system.

CAS Number
121062-08-6
Molecular Formula
C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
HPLC Purity
99.3% (batch-verified)
Form
Lyophilised powder
Storage
2–8°C, desiccated, protected from light
Classification
Research reagent — in vitro use only

Research overview

Melanotan II is a synthetic analogue — a man-made version with some modifications — of alpha-MSH (alpha-Melanocyte-Stimulating Hormone, a naturally occurring hormone involved in skin pigmentation and other biological processes). It binds to multiple melanocortin receptors simultaneously — MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R (specialised docking points found on different types of cells throughout the body). These receptors are involved in several biological processes, including skin colour (pigmentation), energy regulation, and signalling in the nervous system. Animal studies have examined its effects on melanin production pathways (the biological process that creates skin pigment) and on how these receptors signal across different tissue systems. Its ability to interact with multiple receptor types at once makes it a useful research tool for studying how these pathways interconnect. For research use only. Not for human or veterinary consumption.

Summary paraphrased from the peer-reviewed preclinical literature. Full citations will be available in the research library. For in vitro research use only.

Compound specifications

Common nameMelanotan II
Full nameMT-2 — Melanocortin Receptor Agonist
CAS number121062-08-6
Molecular formulaC₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
Molecular weight1024.2 g/mol
SequenceAc-Nle-c(Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys)-NH₂
HPLC purity99.3% (batch-verified)
AppearanceWhite to off-white lyophilised powder
SolubilityBacteriostatic water, sterile saline
Storage (lyophilised)2–8°C, protected from light
Storage (reconstituted)2–8°C, up to 28 days
Supplied as10mg

Batch testing and certificate of analysis

Every batch of Melanotan II is third-party HPLC-tested prior to dispatch. A batch-specific certificate of analysis documenting HPLC purity, mass spectrometry confirmation, and appearance is supplied with every order.

Previous batch CoAs are archived in the CoA library. For batch-specific CoA requests prior to purchase, contact veloxpeps@gmail.com.

Frequently Asked Research-Use Questions

What purity is Velox Peptides Melanotan II?
Melanotan II is supplied at 99.3% HPLC-verified purity. A certificate of analysis is provided with every order. Every batch is third-party tested before dispatch.
How is Melanotan II supplied and reconstituted for research use?
Melanotan II is supplied as a lyophilised powder in sterile single-use vials. For in vitro research use, reconstitution is performed with bacteriostatic water. See the reconstitution calculator for volume calculations based on required concentration.
What is Melanotan II used for in preclinical research?
Melanotan II is studied in the peer-reviewed literature across the pathways described in the research overview above. Velox Peptides supplies Melanotan II strictly as a research reagent for in vitro use by qualified researchers. It is not a medicinal product and is not for human or veterinary consumption.
What is the CAS number for Melanotan II?
The CAS registry number for Melanotan II is 121062-08-6. This identifier is listed on every batch certificate of analysis supplied with orders.

For in vitro research use only. Melanotan II is supplied solely as a research reagent for qualified professionals conducting in vitro or animal-model studies. It is not a medicinal product within the meaning of the Human Medicines Regulations 2012. It has not been evaluated by the MHRA or FDA. It is not intended for human or veterinary consumption, diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any condition. Any use outside lawful scientific research is outside the scope of sale.

Compliance statement. Velox Peptides supplies research reagents for in vitro use by qualified researchers. Every compound is sold strictly as a research reagent. No product is a medicinal product within the meaning of the Human Medicines Regulations 2012. No product has been evaluated by the MHRA or FDA. No product is intended for human or veterinary consumption, diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any condition. Any use outside lawful scientific research is outside the scope of sale. See our Research Use Policy and MHRA Statement.