Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic peptide analog of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), designed to stimulate melanogenesis in laboratory settings. Laboratory research involving Melanotan II examines its potential effects on pigment production, appetite modulation, and lipid metabolism. Studies indicate that Melanotan II interacts with melanocortin receptors influencing tanning processes, energy homeostasis, and satiety.
Scientific investigations continue to explore Melanotan II’s potential roles in pigmentation regulation, appetite control, and metabolic pathways in controlled laboratory environments.
Important Notice: This product is intended strictly for research purposes only. It is not approved by the FDA and is not intended for human or animal consumption, nor for diagnostic, therapeutic, or clinical applications. Usage of Melanotan II outside laboratory research settings violates sections 505(a) and 301(d) of the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act (FD&C Act), 21 U.S.C. §§ 355(a) and 331(d).
Product Specifications:
- Purity: ≥99% (HPLC verified)
- Formulation: Lyophilized powder
- Molecular Formula: C50H69N15O9
- Molecular Weight: 1024.2 g/mol
- CAS Number: 121062-08-6
Source: PubChem