AHK-Cu is the copper(II) complex of the tripeptide alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine (AHK). It is a copper-binding research peptide closely related to GHK-Cu, differing by a single N-terminal residue.
Like other copper peptides, AHK-Cu is studied as a tool compound for copper-dependent processes, with particular research attention to follicle and vascular-biology models.
In vitro and in animal studies, AHK-Cu has been investigated for its effects on angiogenesis markers, vascular endothelial signaling, and hair-follicle research models. These observations are limited to laboratory and preclinical research settings and are not statements about outcomes in humans.
Supplied as a lyophilized powder. Copper peptides are light-sensitive, so store lyophilized material at -20°C protected from light. Reconstitution with bacteriostatic or sterile water is common for laboratory handling; keep any reconstituted solution refrigerated and shielded from light.
For synthetic research peptides, purity is determined by HPLC and identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry. Independent third-party testing is expanding across the catalog, and each certificate of analysis is published on the product page it covers as results come back. Refer to that certificate for the testing laboratory, the methods run, and the measured values. Endotoxin and sterility testing are not performed unless explicitly stated.
AHK-Cu is the copper complex of the tripeptide Ala-His-Lys, a copper-binding reference compound related to GHK-Cu, used in follicle and vascular-biology research.
Store the lyophilized powder at -20°C protected from light, since copper peptides are light-sensitive. Handle any reconstituted solution per your laboratory protocol.
For synthetic research peptides, purity is determined by HPLC and identity by mass spectrometry. Independent third-party testing is expanding across the catalog, and each certificate of analysis is published on the product page it covers as results come back. Refer to that certificate for the testing laboratory, the methods run, and the measured values. Endotoxin and sterility are not tested unless stated.
No. It is sold strictly for in-vitro laboratory research and is not for human or veterinary use.