Reference-grade research compound
GHK-Cu
Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine — Copper(II) complex
Sequence schematic — no PDB structure deposited
- Scientific name
- Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine — Copper(II) complex
- Sequence
- GHK
- Length
- 3-mer
- Molecular formula
- C14H24CuN6O4
- Molecular weight
- 402.39 g/mol
- Form
- lyophilized
- Available sizes
- 50 mg, 100 mg
- Storage
- Store lyophilized powder at −20 °C, desiccated and protected from light. Stable for 24 months.
- Batch HPLC purity
- 99.5%
Description
Tripeptide (Gly-His-Lys) coordinated with a Cu²⁺ ion. Used in vitro as a reference compound in matrix metalloproteinase expression and fibroblast collagen-assay model systems. Supplied as a lyophilized blue powder in a choice of vial sizes.
Storage and stability
Store lyophilized powder at −20 °C, desiccated and protected from light. Stable for 24 months.
Peer-reviewed references
Regenerative and Protective Actions of the GHK-Cu Peptide in the Light of the New Gene Data.
Int J Mol Sci · 2018
PMID 29986520PubMedGHK Peptide as a Natural Modulator of Multiple Cellular Pathways in Skin Regeneration.
Biomed Res Int · 2015
PMID 26236730PubMedTopically applied GHK as an anti-wrinkle peptide: Advantages, problems and prospective.
Bioimpacts · 2025
PMID 39963574PubMed
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