Melanotan I 10mg
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Buy Melanotan I 10mg – Research-Grade Peptide
Melanotan I (MT-1) is a synthetic cyclic peptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It is supplied as a research-grade compound for controlled laboratory and analytical research. This product is intended for research use only (RUO) and is not intended for human or veterinary use.
Receptor Selectivity / The Defining Research Characteristic
Melanotan I is a synthetic cyclic peptide analogue related structurally to alpha-MSH. It is provided as a research-grade peptide for controlled laboratory studies and analytical research.
Research applications may include peptide characterization, structural studies, analytical testing, and comparative research involving synthetic peptide compounds.
Research Applications
MC1R receptor pharmacology: binding kinetics, G-protein coupling, and selectivity studies
MITF transcription factor activation and melanocyte gene expression research
Melanogenesis pathway research: tyrosinase activation and eumelanin/pheomelanin ratio studies
Photoprotection signaling mechanisms and UV response pathway research
Melanocyte biology: proliferation, differentiation, and survival signaling
Product Specifications
| Compound | Melanotan I (MT-1, Afamelanotide) |
| Also Known As | Afamelanotide, MT-1, CUV1647, Scenesse (EMA-approved pharmaceutical) |
| Type | Synthetic cyclic analog of alpha-melanocyte stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH) |
| Class | Selective MC1R (Melanocortin-1 Receptor) Agonist |
| Sequence | [Nle4,D-Phe7]-alpha-MSH—cyclic structure with internal disulfide |
| Receptor Selectivity | Synthetic peptide analogue related to alpha-MSH |
| NOT a target | Does NOT target MC4R—no sexual function pathway activity |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Purity | >99% HPLC Verified—Batch COA Available |
| Storage | Lyophilized: -20?C | Reconstituted: 2-8?C, use within 28 days |
| Reconstitution | Bacteriostatic Water (BAC Water) |
| Intended Use | Research Use Only (RUO) |
| NOT | NOT Melanotan II (MT-2)—completely different receptor profile |
Frequently Ask Questions
What is the difference between Melanotan I and Melanotan II?
Melanotan I (MT-1, afamelanotide) is a selective MC1R agonist—it targets only the melanocortin-1 receptor expressed on melanocytes, controlling pigmentation and melanogenesis. It does not have significant activity at MC4R. Melanotan II (MT-2) is a non-selective melanocortin agonist with activity at multiple receptors including MC4R, which mediates functions unrelated to pigmentation. Midnight Sun Peptides carries Melanotan I only—we do not stock Melanotan II. All content on this page refers exclusively to Melanotan I (MT-1) and its MC1R-mediated melanocyte research applications.
What is afamelanotide and how is it related to Melanotan I?
Afamelanotide is the name used for a synthetic cyclic peptide analogue related to alpha-MSH. Melanotan I (MT-1) is a commonly used research name for a structurally related compound. Product naming and nomenclature may vary between research sources and suppliers.
Is Melanotan I approved for human use?
No. Our Melanotan I research-grade material is sold strictly for laboratory and controlled scientific research purposes only (RUO). It is not intended for human or veterinary use.
What is Melanotan I studied for in laboratory research?
Melanotan I is studied as a synthetic peptide analogue in controlled laboratory research. This product is intended for in-vitro and analytical research only, and no claims are made regarding effects in humans or animals.
