Melanotan-II

Product Description Melanotan-II (MT-II) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analog of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It acts as a potent, non-selective agonist of melanocortin receptors. Supplied as ≥98% pure lyophilized powder (HPLC/MS verified), it is designed for laboratory studies on melanogenesis, pigmentation, energy balance, and sexual function pathways.

Key Research Mechanism Melanotan-II binds with high affinity to MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R receptors. Activation of MC1R stimulates melanogenesis and eumelanin production in melanocytes, while central MC3R/MC4R agonism modulates appetite suppression, energy homeostasis, and erectile function in research models.

Primary Research Areas

• Melanogenesis and UV-protection / tanning response studies
• Appetite regulation, metabolic rate, and body weight research
• Sexual function and erectile response pathway investigations
• Melanocortin receptor signaling and energy homeostasis

Intended Use For in vitro and in vivo research only. Not for human or veterinary use. This product is sold strictly for scientific and laboratory investigation. Researchers must follow all institutional and regulatory guidelines. Not evaluated by the FDA.