{"product_id":"melanotan-i","title":"Melanotan-I","description":"\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003eMelanotan-I (also known as Afamelanotide) is a synthetic linear tridecapeptide analog of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). It acts as a potent, selective agonist of the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R). Supplied as ≥98% pure lyophilized powder (HPLC\/MS verified), it is designed for laboratory studies on melanogenesis, pigmentation, and UV-protection pathways.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Research Mechanism\u003c\/strong\u003e Melanotan-I binds with high affinity and selectivity to \u003cstrong\u003eMC1R receptors\u003c\/strong\u003e. Activation of MC1R strongly stimulates melanogenesis and eumelanin production in melanocytes, leading to increased skin pigmentation and enhanced UV protection in research models. Unlike Melanotan II, it has significantly lower activity at MC3R and MC4R, resulting in reduced effects on appetite, energy balance, and sexual function.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrimary Research Areas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMelanogenesis and UV-protection \/ tanning response studies\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotoprotection and skin pigmentation research\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMC1R receptor signaling and melanin production pathways\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePotential applications in photosensitivity disorders and skin cancer prevention models\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp dir=\"auto\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIntended Use\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"AxisBiotech+","offers":[{"title":"10 mg","offer_id":40707518365825,"sku":null,"price":49.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0596\/2652\/0705\/files\/MelanotanI.webp?v=1779951354","url":"https:\/\/axisbiotech.com\/products\/melanotan-i","provider":"AxisBiotech+","version":"1.0","type":"link"}