Description
Overview
Melanotan I (Afamelanotide) is a synthetic linear tridecapeptide analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone. It primarily activates the melanocortin 1 receptor (MC1R) to stimulate eumelanin production.
Research Applications
- MC1R selective activation studies
- Melanogenesis research
- Photoprotection investigations
- Pigmentation disorder studies
Specifications
- Molecular Weight: 1646.79 Da
- CAS Number: 75921-69-6
- Purity: ≥99% (HPLC verified)
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Storage: -20°C, protect from light
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