GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) is a tripeptide-copper complex (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine:copper(II)), CAS 49557-75-7, molecular weight 403.9 Da. Naturally occurring in plasma, saliva, and urine, it has high affinity for copper(II) ions. Research examines its effects on collagen synthesis, extracellular matrix remodeling, and tissue remodeling processes. Research compound — for laboratory use only.
Compound Specifications
GHK-Cu (Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine:copper(II)) is a naturally occurring tripeptide-copper complex, CAS 49557-75-7. The free tripeptide (GHK) has molecular weight 340.38 Da; the copper complex is approximately 403.92 Da. GHK was first isolated from human plasma and has high affinity for copper(II) ions. The copper-binding domain (Gly-His-Lys) is found in many copper-dependent enzymes. Research compound — for laboratory use only.
Product Details
- Compound: GHK-Cu (Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine Copper Complex)
- Purity: >99%
- Form: Lyophilized powder
- Sizes: 50mg, 100mg
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