GHK-Cu (Koperpeptide)
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper peptide (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to a copper ion). In laboratory research it is studied in relation to collagen synthesis, skin repair and antioxidant processes.
What is GHK-Cu (Koperpeptide)?
GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper peptide (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to a copper ion). In laboratory research it is studied in relation to collagen synthesis, skin repair and antioxidant processes. This page is intended solely as an informational research guide for laboratory applications (Research Use Only).
Mechanism (preclinical)
Binds copper(II) and modulates gene expression related to extracellular matrix, angiogenesis and inflammation in in-vitro models.
Research areas
- Collagen and elastin synthesis
- Skin rejuvenation and fibroblast activity
- Wound healing (preclinical)
- Antioxidant mechanisms
- Hair follicle research
Specifications
- CAS
- 89030-95-5
- Molecular formula
- C14H24N6O4·Cu
- Molecular weight
- 402,9 g/mol
- Sequence
- Gly-His-Lys + Cu(II)
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Form
- Lyophilised powder
- Included
- 3 ml bacteriostatic water
Storage and reconstitution
Dry (lyophilised) powder can be stored long-term at -20 to -80 °C in an airtight, opaque container. After reconstitution with bacteriostatic water the solution must be refrigerated at 2 to 8 °C and protected from light.
Order GHK-Cu (Koperpeptide) from Europa Peptides
Europa Peptides supplies GHK-Cu (Koperpeptide) as lyophilised powder with ≥ 99% purity - 3 ml bacteriostatic water included. Shipped from our Netherlands warehouse. Orders placed before 16:00 on a business day ship the same day. For laboratory research only (RUO).