Description

Advanced Cellular Regeneration Reagents: GHK-CU

GHK-CU (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper complex) is a naturally occurring tripeptide-copper complex widely recognized in biochemical and dermatological research. By chelating copper(II) ions, this peptide complex plays a pivotal role in regulating extracellular matrix (ECM) remodeling, modulating gene expression, and driving tissue repair pathways. Its unique affinity for copper transport allows it to serve as a high-potency research tool across cellular aging, collagen synthesis, and anti-inflammatory biochemical models.

Technical & Product Specifications

• Sample Size: 50mg, 100mg

• Purity: >99% Purity

• Molecular Weight (M.Wt): 340.8 g/mol (base peptide) / ~403.9 g/mol (copper complex)

• Storage: Store at -20℃ (up to 3 years)

• CAS No.: 89030-95-5

Mechanisms of Action & Research Applications

The bio-active properties of the ghk-cu peptide stem from its ability to regulate matrix metalloproteinases (MMPs) and stimulate the production of essential structural proteins:

• Collagen & Elastin Synthesis: Promotes upregulation of Type I and Type III collagen, along with elastin and glycosaminoglycans (GAGs), restoring dermal matrix density in tissue models.

• Antioxidant & Anti-Inflammatory Signaling: Suppresses pro-inflammatory cytokines while increasing antioxidant enzyme activity (such as superoxide dismutase), protecting cells from oxidative stress.

• Wound Healing & Angiogenesis: Accelerates re-epithelialization and stimulates new capillary growth, aiding tissue restoration research.

Laboratory Handling & Assay Optimization

Evaluating exact ghk-cu dosage parameters is critical when establishing standardized in vitro assay conditions. Laboratories researching high-concentration formulations often utilize reference standards such as ghk-cu copper peptide 100mg lyophilized vials, which provide optimal reconstitution flexibility for multi-well cell cultures.

In academic and industrial research settings, studies evaluating systemic versus localized delivery methods including comparative models to a ghk-cu peptide injection protocol—require analytical-grade reagents to maintain strict experimental control and eliminate batch variation.

High-Purity Research Compounds

Receptor Chemicals provides reference-grade research peptides engineered to meet demanding laboratory requirements. Our products undergo rigorous quality control testing to ensure structural authenticity, high bio-availability, and batch-to-batch consistency for all analytical testing applications.