What Is AHK-Cu?
Type Copper-peptide complex CAS Number 156153-06-9 Molecular Weight 340.38 g/mol (peptide) Molecular Weight (Cu) 401.91 g/mol (with copper) Amino Acids Alanine, Histidine, Lysine Sequence Ala-His-Lys Formula C_{15}H_{24}CuN_{6}O_{4} Storage Requirements
Stability Information
Protect from lightAvoid repeated freeze-thaw cyclesBlue color indicates copper binding Lyophilized (powder) -20°C · up to 2 years Reconstituted 2-8°C · up to 30 days
About AHK-Cu
AHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide consisting of alanine, histidine, and lysine. It is widely utilized in biochemical and cellular research to explore tissue remodeling, vascular endothelial growth, and the modulation of extracellular matrix proteins in controlled laboratory environments.
Mechanism of Action
The mechanism involves AHK-Cu acting as a signaling modulator that influences cellular pathways responsible for collagen production and angiogenesis. It serves as a carrier for copper ions, which are essential co-factors for various enzymes involved in tissue repair and the maintenance of follicular health in research models.
What Research Has Shown
Follicular Research 94 Purity Percentage (HPLC) Cellular Proliferation Rate AHK-Cu Treated 82% Control Group 21% Trial details: Research focusing on the influence of copper tripeptides on dermal papilla cell viability and collagen synthesis in-vitro. Laboratory Results
Tissue Remodeling Outcomes
Findings from biochemical interaction models
74% Collagen Synthesis Improved Scalp Tissue Remodeling Note: Results are based on high-precision analytical testing.
Research Highlights
Angiogenesis Stimulation
Investigation of how AHK-Cu influences blood vessel growth signaling in-vitro.
Collagen Synthesis
Studies focusing on the enhancement of Type I collagen production in dermal cells.
Copper Transport Efficiency
Research regarding the tripeptide’s affinity for copper ions and its delivery mechanisms.
Follicular Cell Viability
Exploring the protective effects of AHK-Cu on hair follicle-specific cell cultures.
Product Specifications
- Molecular Formula
- C₆₂H₉₈N₁₆O₂₂
- Molecular Weight
- 1419.53 g/mol
- Sequence
- Gly-Glu-Pro-Pro-Pro-Gly-Lys-Pro-Ala-Asp-Asp-Ala-Gly-Leu-Val
- Purity
- ≥99% (HPLC verified)
- Form
- Lyophilized powder
- Appearance
- White to off-white powder
- Solubility
- Soluble in water, bacteriostatic water
- Storage
- -20°C (lyophilized), 2-8°C (reconstituted)
Research Studies
Copper Peptides in Tissue Signaling
A comprehensive analysis of tripeptide-copper complexes and their role in cellular communication.
Pickart L. & Margolina A. View Full Study
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the visual characteristic of AHK-Cu?
It typically appears as a fine blue powder; the blue tint is a result of the copper ions complexed with the tripeptide.
Is this product suitable for human use?
No, this product is intended strictly for in-vitro laboratory research and analytical testing.
Frequently bought together: BPC Caps, Thymosin Alpha 1, Sermorelin
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