Melanotan II

Also known as: MT-II, MT2

Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) with activity at multiple melanocortin receptors.

Research context

Melanotan II is a synthetic cyclic analog of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) with activity at multiple melanocortin receptors. It is used in preclinical melanocortin-signaling research and pigmentation assays.

Storage & stability

Store lyophilized at -20°C.

Purity & testing standards

Each batch of Melanotan II is analyzed by an independent third-party laboratory. Standard release testing includes reverse-phase HPLC at 220 nm (purity target HPLC ≥98%), electrospray mass spectrometry (identity confirmation), and endotoxin screening. Batch numbers on each vial resolve to a downloadable COA on this site.