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AHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide) 200mg Topical Overview
AHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide) 200mg Topical from Peptide Science is the copper-bound form of the alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine tripeptide, supplied as a topical research formulation for in-vitro hair-follicle and dermal-papilla cell-culture research. The compound is the alanine-substituted copper-bound analog of GHK-Cu.
Compound Class and Mechanism
AHK-Cu binds the Cu2+ ion at the histidine imidazole nitrogen and the C-terminal carboxylate, supplying copper for copper-dependent enzymatic pathways. The alanine substitution at position 1 distinguishes the compound from the parent GHK-Cu and has been characterised in preclinical hair-research models for effects on dermal-papilla cell-culture signalling. Browse the broader cosmetic peptide range.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Compound | AHK-Cu (Alanyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine copper complex) |
| Class | Synthetic copper-bound tripeptide; GHK-Cu-class analog |
| Amino-acid count | 3 |
| Molecular weight | approximately 417.9 g/mol |
| Source-protein basis | Copper-bound alanine-substituted analog of GHK-Cu |
| Supplied form | Topical research formulation |
| Strength | 200 mg per supply |
| Purity | greater than 99 percent (HPLC verified) |
| Storage | 2 to 8 degrees Celsius; protect from light |
For the parent GHK-Cu copper tripeptide, see GHK-Cu 200mg Topical. For the uncomplexed AHK form, see AHK Tripeptide-3 200mg Topical.
Handling and Stability
The research-grade supply is intended for in-vitro cell-culture and preclinical animal-model work. The working concentration used in any given research protocol is set by the principal investigator.
Quality and Shipping
Each batch passes HPLC at greater than 99 percent purity, with mass-spectrometry identity confirmation. A Certificate of Analysis accompanies every order. Material is prepared in a US laboratory under ISO 9001:2015-aligned quality systems and dispatched in temperature-monitored packaging via overnight or two-day courier.
For laboratory research and development use only. Not for human or veterinary consumption. Has not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. Purchasers acknowledge they are qualified researchers age 21 or older and accept responsibility for compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
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