Melanotan 2 Acetate (MT-2) 10mg Research Peptide
Melanotan 2 (MT-2) is a synthetic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), developed at the University of Arizona as a potential photoprotective agent. It acts as a non-selective agonist at melanocortin receptors MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R with higher potency and metabolic stability than native α-MSH. MT-2 has been studied across multiple research contexts including pigmentation biology, sexual function (its MC4R activity led to the development of the FDA-approved drug PT-141/Bremelanotide), appetite regulation, and inflammation. This 10mg vial provides research-grade Melanotan 2 Acetate at ≥99% purity, HPLC and MS/MS verified per batch.
Research Background
MT-2 was originally developed to study whether pharmacological melanogenesis could protect against UV radiation-induced skin damage. Animal studies confirmed its potent tanning effects via MC1R activation in melanocytes. During human volunteer studies at the University of Arizona, researchers noted significant sexual arousal effects — attributed to MC4R activation — which ultimately led to the development of PT-141 (Bremelanotide) as a more selective derivative. MT-2’s broad melanocortin receptor activity profile makes it a valuable reference compound for melanocortin receptor biology research.
Compound Specifications
- Format: Lyophilized powder (acetate salt)
- Purity: ≥99% (HPLC verified)
- Quantity: 10mg per vial
- Storage: −20°C, protected from light
- CAS Number: 121062-08-6
- Molecular Weight: 1024.2 Da
Certificate of Analysis
All MT-2 vials are third-party tested by independent ISO-certified laboratories. HPLC and MS/MS validation performed per batch. COA available on request.
For research and laboratory use only. Not for human consumption. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
