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Copper peptide research

GHK-Cu

Copper-chelating tripeptide

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Size
Molecular formulaC28H48CuN12O8
Sequence3 aa (Gly-His-Lys)
FormLyophilized powder
Purity≥99% (HPLC / MS)
Storage−20 °C, protect from light
UseLaboratory research only
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not a drug, supplement, or cosmetic. No dosing, administration, or use guidance is provided.
About this compound

Identity & research context

GHK-Cu (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper(II) complex) is a naturally occurring human tripeptide sequence that coordinates Cu²⁺ in a 2:1 (peptide:copper) complex. It has been investigated in preclinical and in-vitro model systems across research areas including extracellular-matrix regulation, gene-expression modulation, and copper-mediated redox chemistry.

Key research points

  • Collagen & elastin synthesis (fibroblast culture)
  • Skin-matrix & barrier-function research (in-vitro)
  • Antioxidant & inflammation-pathway assays
  • Skin- & hair-follicle research markers (preclinical)

References

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