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Melanotan II

Published August 3, 2026 | 1 minute read | Reviewed by the editorial research team

NSL / RESEARCH NOTE0079

Melanotan II is a synthetic melanocortin-receptor agonist used in pigmentation and receptor research. Research use only.

Specifications

CAS number	121062-08-6
Molecular formula	C50H69N15O9
Molecular weight	1024.18 g/mol
Sequence	Ac-Nle-cyclo(Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys)-NH2
Purity	≥98%
Appearance	Lyophilized white powder
Form	Lyophilized powder
Storage	Store lyophilized at -20°C, protect from light.
Reconstitution	Reconstitute with sterile or bacteriostatic water.
Research areas	Melanocortin research, Pigmentation models

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