Synthetic linear analog of alpha-MSH, also known as MT-1 or afamelanotide. Reference compound for studies of melanocortin-1 receptor signalling.

About Melanotan-1

Melanotan-1, also known as MT-1 or afamelanotide, is a synthetic linear analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone and a selective melanocortin-1 receptor agonist. It is studied as a reference compound in melanocortin receptor research.

Documented research applications

Used in vitro and in animal model studies investigating:

Melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R) binding and signalling
Melanogenesis and melanocyte pathways
Structure-activity relationships among alpha-MSH analogs
Receptor selectivity relative to non-selective melanocortin agonists

Origin and quality

Synthesized by solid-phase peptide synthesis. Lyophilized powder. Every lot is independently assayed for identity and purity by a third-party laboratory; see COA.

Handling

Store at minus 20C. Reconstitute per laboratory protocol.

For research use only. Not for human consumption. Supplied as a research chemical and not supplied for therapeutic use.

All products are supplied for laboratory and research use only and are not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.