Melanotan II (10mg)
Multi-Action Melanocortin Peptide
Broad melanocortin receptor activity including pigmentation and appetite suppression.
Research Applications & Benefits
- Broad MC receptor activation
- Potent pigmentation
- Appetite suppression effects
What is Melanotan II?
Broad melanocortin receptor activity including pigmentation and appetite suppression.
Listed vial contents: 10mg. These are supplied quantities, not administration doses. Current pricing and availability are shown in the strength selector.
What mechanisms are being studied?
Melanotan II is a 7-amino acid cyclic α-MSH analog that non-selectively activates MC1R through MC5R melanocortin receptors. This broad receptor activity produces multiple effects: MC1R (pigmentation), MC3R/MC4R (sexual arousal, appetite suppression), and MC5R (exocrine gland function). It is the parent compound from which PT-141 was derived.
What are the research questions?
- Tanning / pigmentation: Potent eumelanin stimulator, providing rapid and significant skin darkening.
- Sexual function: MC4R activation produces significant sexual arousal effects in both sexes.
- Appetite suppression: MC4R activation in the hypothalamus reduces appetite and food intake.
- Photoprotection: Increased melanin provides natural UV protection.
What does the published work describe?
Dorr RT et al. (Life Sciences 1996) — Genuine eumelanin production confirmed with measurable UV protection. Sexual function effects well-documented in clinical studies. Appetite suppression confirmed through MC4R activation studies.
What are the limits of this evidence?
The research described concerns the cited experimental materials and models, not proof that this supplied vial is a treatment. Cell or animal findings do not establish human benefits. Clinical findings, where cited, apply to the tested formulation and population; they do not validate this research product for human use.
Study references
- Dorr RT et al. Life Sciences 1996
These are the catalog's existing bibliographic references. No new source verification is implied by this presentation.
How should I check lot documentation?
Match the product, strength and lot to an original analysis document. Literature describes experimental findings; it does not verify the contents of this inventory. Generated sample reports illustrate the reporting flow and are not evidence of testing, purity or accreditation.
Research Use Only. Not for human consumption, therapeutic, veterinary or any in-vivo use.
Product Specifications
- Compound
- Melanotan II
- CAS Number
- 121062-08-6
- Molecular Weight
- 1024.18 g/mol
- HPLC Purity Specification
- ≥99%
- Category
- Melanocortin
- Starting Price
- $39.00 USD
- Country of Origin
- United States
- Shipping
- Cold-chain insulated packaging, fast domestic delivery
- Payment
- Card, ACH, and cryptocurrency (10% discount)
Quality & Verification
Melanotan II carries the purity specification shown above. Where a lot-specific CertikLabs Certificate of Analysis is available, the product page links its HPLC purity, LC-MS identity, and concentration results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Melanotan II suitable for human consumption?
No. Melanotan II is sold strictly for in-vitro laboratory research. It is not a drug, supplement, cosmetic, or food product and must not be administered to humans or animals.
What purity is Melanotan II?
Melanotan II carries a ≥99% HPLC purity specification. Check the product page for an available lot report.
How is Melanotan II shipped and stored?
Vials are shipped lyophilized in temperature-controlled packaging. Store unopened lyophilized peptide at −20°C; once reconstituted with bacteriostatic water, store at 2–8°C and use within 28 days.
Research Use Only. This product is intended for licensed laboratory research and is not for human or veterinary use.
