Melanotan II (MT-2) – Melanocortin Receptor Agonist (Research Grade)
Melanotan II (MT-2) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide that acts as a non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist (primarily MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, MC5R). It is widely used in receptor pharmacology, melanocortin signalling, appetite, energy balance, and pigmentation pathways in pre-clinical research.
Aventris Labs offers MT-2 as a high-purity, lyophilised peptide with batch-level quality control and digital COA support.
Key Features
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≥ 98–99% purity (HPLC)
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Lyophilised peptide for improved stability
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Suitable for receptor-binding, signalling, and pathway studies
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QR-linked COA and batch verification
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Manufactured under controlled analytical conditions
Research Background
Melanotan II has been extensively investigated in models involving:
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Melanocortin receptor pharmacology
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Pigmentation and melanogenesis pathways
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Appetite and energy balance research
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CNS and peripheral melanocortin signalling
Aventris supplies MT-2 strictly for laboratory research use only – no clinical, tanning, or cosmetic use.
Specifications
| Parameter | Details |
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| Product | Melanotan II (MT-2) |
| Sequence | Ac-Nle-Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys-NH₂ (cyclic) |
| CAS Number | 121062-08-6 |
| Molecular Formula | C<sub>50</sub>H<sub>69</sub>N<sub>15</sub>O<sub>9</sub> |
| Molecular Weight | 1024.18 g/mol (approx.) |
| Form | Lyophilised peptide |
| Purity | ≥ 98–99% |
| Appearance | White to off-white powder |
| Amount | 10mg per vial |
| Storage | −20°C long-term, protect from light |
| Solubility | Water, bacteriostatic water, dilute acids |
| Intended Use | Research use only – not for human or veterinary use |
Batch Verification
Each MT-2 vial carries a QR code linked to its dedicated COA / verification page.
Example URL:https://aventrislabs.com/verify/mt2-01-2025/
What’s Included
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1 × Melanotan II (MT-2) 10mg vial
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QR-enabled batch + COA access
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Aventris QC batch reference
