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Melanotan 2 (MT2) 10mg

Name: Melanotan 2 (MT2) 10mg
Brand: Quanta Pharmaceuticals

A cyclic α-MSH analogue studied for melanogenesis, photoprotection and broad melanocortin receptor research.

Melanotan 2 (MT2) is a cyclic heptapeptide analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), structurally modified to resist enzymatic degradation and provide a much longer duration of action than the native hormone. It is studied for melanogenesis, pigmentation pathways, and broader melanocortin receptor research. This batch is verified at 99% purity.

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Specifications

Peptide

Melanotan 2

Also Known As

MT2 / MT-II

Dosage

10mg/vial

Purity

99%

Form

Lyophilised

Storage

2-8°C

Research Benefits

Melanogenesis stimulation — Activates MC1R receptors to promote melanin synthesis in melanocytes.
Photoprotection research — Investigated for potential protective effects against UV-induced DNA damage.
Broad melanocortin activity — Useful for researching MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R receptor interactions.
Appetite pathway overlap — MC4R activation is separately linked to satiety signalling in the research literature.
Extended stability — Lyophilised format supports a long shelf life when stored correctly.

How It Works

MT2 binds melanocortin receptors — primarily MC1R on skin melanocytes — triggering a cascade that increases production of eumelanin, the brown-black pigment responsible for skin colour. Because native α-MSH is rapidly broken down, MT2's structural modification into a stable cyclic peptide gives it a much longer duration of receptor activation.

Its broader affinity across MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R (compared with more selective analogues) makes it a versatile tool for research into the melanocortin system as a whole, though this same breadth means effects beyond pigmentation may be observed in study models.

⚠ For Research Use Only

This product is supplied strictly for in-vitro laboratory and preclinical research use. It is not a drug, food, dietary supplement, or cosmetic, and is not intended for human or animal consumption, diagnosis, treatment, or prevention of any disease. Melanotan 2 (MT2) 10mg must be handled only by qualified individuals trained in proper laboratory safety procedures.

By purchasing, the buyer confirms this product is being acquired for legitimate research purposes and assumes full responsibility for its handling, storage, and use in compliance with all applicable local, national, and international laws.