MT-I (Melanotan I)
MT-I (Melanotan I)
MT-I (Melanotan I) | High-Purity Research Compound
✔ Purity: ≥99%
✔ Form: Lyophilised powder
✔ Storage (unreconstituted): Store at -20°C, away from light and moisture
✔ Storage (reconstituted): Store at 2–8°C, use within 30–45 days. Do not freeze.
✔ Composition: Afamelanotide (Melanotan I) — synthetic α-MSH analogue
For Research Use Only. Not intended for human or veterinary use.
MT-I (Melanotan I) is a synthetic analogue of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), supplied by SHPeptide at high purity for use in controlled laboratory and research settings only.
About MT-I (Melanotan I)
Melanotan I, also known as afamelanotide, is a linear synthetic peptide analogue of the endogenous α-MSH. It acts as a non-selective agonist at melanocortin receptors (MC1R–MC5R), with particular affinity for MC1R, which plays a central role in regulating melanogenesis in epidermal melanocytes. Unlike its cyclic counterpart Melanotan II, MT-I exhibits a more selective receptor binding profile, making it a valuable tool for researchers investigating melanocortin receptor pharmacology, pigmentation biology, and photoprotective mechanisms.
Research Applications
- Melanocortin receptor (MC1R–MC5R) binding and activation studies
- Melanogenesis and pigmentation pathway research
- Photoprotection and UV-induced DNA damage response studies
- Comparative α-MSH analogue pharmacology research
- Hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis and neuroendocrine signalling studies
Product Information
Stability: Stable for 24 months when stored correctly
Solubility: Soluble in water and aqueous buffers
Quality Assurance
All SHPeptide compounds are manufactured under strict quality control conditions. Each batch is independently tested for identity, purity, and potency. Certificates of Analysis (CoA) are available upon request.
This product is intended solely for laboratory research purposes. It is not approved for human or animal administration, and must be handled by qualified professionals in an appropriate research environment. SHPeptide accepts no liability for misuse of this compound.