Melanotan I

Melanotan I (Afamelanotide)

Linear alpha-MSH analog studied for melanogenesis, photoprotection, and erythropoietic protoporphyria.

Purity

99.0%

Form

Lyophilized Powder

CAS Number

75921-69-6

Storage

-20°C, protected from light

Overview

Melanotan I (Afamelanotide) is a linear synthetic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It stimulates melanogenesis by activating MC1R, increasing eumelanin production and providing photoprotection. Studied for erythropoietic protoporphyria and UV-protective tanning protocols.

Research Applications

Melanogenesis and photoprotection

Erythropoietic protoporphyria treatment

MC1R receptor research

UV damage prevention protocols

Skin pigmentation research

Technical Specifications

Molecular FormulaC78H111N21O19

Molecular Weight1646.85 g/mol

CAS Number75921-69-6

SequenceAc-Ser-Tyr-Ser-Nle-Glu-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Gly-Lys-Pro-Val-NH2

AppearanceWhite lyophilized powder

ReconstitutionBacteriostatic water

Storage-20°C, protected from light

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Quality Standards

GMP-certified synthesis

Independent HPLC verification

Mass spectrometry confirmed

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