Skin & Cosmetic · Melanocortin agonist
Melanotan II 10mg
Melanotan II supplied as a lyophilised powder for reconstitution. Reference-grade purity, mass-spec confirmed identity, and a batch-linked Certificate of Analysis with every order.
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About the compound
What is Melanotan II?
Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It carries CAS number 121062-08-6 and a molecular weight of 1024.18. The molecule was designed as a research analogue that engages the melanocortin receptor family, and within a laboratory context it is catalogued under the skin and cosmetic-science research category. Melanotan II UK material is offered strictly for laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
As a non-selective agonist at several melanocortin receptors, Melanotan II is studied for the way it interacts with MC1R and related subtypes that participate in melanocyte signalling. In receptor-pharmacology experiments it serves as a probe of the melanocortin pathway, allowing researchers to characterise binding behaviour and downstream signalling in cell-based assays. Its cyclic structure confers greater metabolic stability than the native α-MSH sequence.
In the published literature Melanotan II is investigated in melanocortin-pathway and pigmentation research, where melanocyte biology and receptor signalling are examined in controlled models. These studies describe observations within cell cultures and laboratory systems only. Sova provides no guidance on use and makes no claims of any effect in people; the compound is supplied purely as a reference material for experimental characterisation.
Sova supplies Melanotan II as a lyophilised powder for handling under controlled laboratory conditions. Every batch is verified by reverse-phase HPLC and electrospray-ionisation mass spectrometry, with findings documented on a batch-linked Certificate of Analysis. It is sourced and held in the United Kingdom for research customers. This material is sold strictly for laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
Specification
Read the vial.
- Compound
- Melanotan II
- CAS number
- 121062-08-6
- Molecular weight
- 1024.18 g/mol
- Purity (HPLC)
- 99.1%
- Identity
- Confirmed by mass spectrometry
- Form
- Lyophilised powder, sterile-filtered
- Storage
- Store lyophilised at ≤ −20 °C, protected from light. Reconstituted: 2–8 °C, use within 28 days.
- Tested by
- Independent UK laboratory
- Batch
- SVA-0373
Reconstitution guidance
Handled like a lab reagent.
Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water. Draw slowly against the vial wall — do not agitate. Swirl gently until fully dissolved. Store reconstituted vials at 2–8 °C and use within 28 days. Full protocol on the Certificate of Analysis.
Example dilutions · 10 mg vial
| BAC water | Concentration | Per 0.05 ml |
|---|---|---|
| 1.0 ml | 10 mg / ml | 0.50 mg |
| 2.0 ml | 5 mg / ml | 0.25 mg |
| 3.0 ml | 3.33 mg / ml | 0.17 mg |
| 5.0 ml | 2 mg / ml | 0.10 mg |
Concentration reference only — not a dosing schedule.
FAQ
Melanotan II, answered.
What is Melanotan II?
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Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), with CAS number 121062-08-6 and a molecular weight of 1024.18. It acts on the melanocortin receptor family and is used as a reference compound in melanocortin-pathway research. Not for human or veterinary use.
Is Melanotan II legal to buy in the UK?
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In the UK, Melanotan II is supplied only as a research chemical for laboratory use. It is not an authorised medicine and must not be marketed or used for human purposes. On a research-use-only basis it may be purchased by researchers. Not for human or veterinary use.
What is Melanotan II studied for?
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Melanotan II is investigated in melanocortin-pathway and pigmentation research, where melanocyte biology and receptor signalling are characterised in controlled cell-based and animal models. These studies describe observations within laboratory systems only and do not indicate any effect in people.
How is Sova's Melanotan II verified?
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Each batch of Sova's Melanotan II is analysed by reverse-phase HPLC to check identity and composition and by electrospray-ionisation mass spectrometry to confirm molecular mass. Results are documented on a batch-linked Certificate of Analysis provided with the material.
How should Melanotan II be stored?
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Melanotan II is best stored as a lyophilised powder in a sealed, light-protected container under cold conditions, with a freezer suited to longer-term storage. Any reconstituted solution is generally kept refrigerated and used within a limited window. Not for human or veterinary use.
Which receptors does Melanotan II act on?
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Melanotan II is a non-selective agonist across several melanocortin receptors, including MC1R, which is central to melanocyte signalling. In research it serves as a pharmacological probe of these receptors and the melanocortin pathway. Not for human or veterinary use.
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