Melanotan II Research Peptide
Melanotan II, also known as MT-II, is a synthetic cyclic peptide analog related to alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone / α-MSH research. It is commonly studied in laboratory models involving melanocortin receptor signaling, pigmentation-pathway research, MC receptor activity, peptide-receptor binding, and structure-activity relationships within melanocortin systems.
This product is intended strictly for laboratory research use only. It is not for human consumption, clinical use, therapeutic use, diagnostic use, veterinary use, or cosmetic application.
Technical Data
Product Name: Melanotan II
Synonyms: MT-II, Melanotan-2, PT-141 precursor analog
Peptide Type: Synthetic cyclic heptapeptide
Sequence: Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH₂
Molecular Formula: C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉
Molecular Weight: 1024.18 g/mol
CAS Number: 121062-08-6
PubChem CID: 92432
InChI Key: JDKLPDJLXHXHNV-MFVUMRCOSA-N
Appearance: Lyophilized powder
Solubility: Commonly reported as soluble in water and aqueous buffers
Storage: Store sealed, dry, protected from light, and under appropriate laboratory-controlled conditions



