Melanocortin Receptor Pharmacology
Studied in experimental systems examining interactions with MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R and their associated signalling mechanisms.
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Compound overview
10mg lyophilised MT-2 for laboratory research.
At a glance
Compound type Research peptide compound
Vial content 10MG
Format Lyophilised powder
Testing Third-party HPLC
Research focus
Melanocyte Signalling
Investigated in cellular models examining melanocortin-receptor activity and downstream signalling within melanocyte-associated systems.
MC1R-Mediated Pathways
Examined in research involving MC1R activation, intracellular signalling, and biochemical pathways associated with melanocyte biology.
Central Melanocortin Signalling
Studied in experimental models examining MC3R- and MC4R-associated signalling and broader melanocortin regulatory pathways.
Key features
- High purity ≥98% — HPLC verified
- 10mg per vial
- Synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of α-MSH
- Studied across MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R receptor systems
- Cyclic peptide structure
- Stable lyophilised format
View full research overview
MT-2 is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH) used in experimental research examining melanocortin receptor pharmacology, receptor-mediated signalling, melanocyte biology, and peptide structure–activity relationships.
MT-2 is supplied as a high-purity lyophilised powder for controlled in vitro laboratory and scientific research. The compound is investigated for its activity across several melanocortin receptor subtypes, including MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R, making it useful in experimental systems examining melanocortin-associated cellular and biochemical pathways.
Key Features
- High purity ≥98% — HPLC verified
- 10mg per vial
- Synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of α-MSH
- Studied across MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R receptor systems
- Cyclic peptide structure
- Stable lyophilised format
Area of Interest
Laboratory research involving MT-2 has examined several melanocortin-associated pathways and receptor systems:
- Melanocortin Receptor Pharmacology: Studied in experimental systems examining interactions with MC1R, MC3R, MC4R, and MC5R and their associated signalling mechanisms.
- Melanocyte Signalling: Investigated in cellular models examining melanocortin-receptor activity and downstream signalling within melanocyte-associated systems.
- MC1R-Mediated Pathways: Examined in research involving MC1R activation, intracellular signalling, and biochemical pathways associated with melanocyte biology.
- Central Melanocortin Signalling: Studied in experimental models examining MC3R- and MC4R-associated signalling and broader melanocortin regulatory pathways.
- Peptide Structure–Activity Research: Used as a cyclic α-MSH analogue in studies examining relationships between peptide structure, receptor affinity, and melanocortin-receptor activity.
Together, these areas make MT-2 a peptide of interest for in vitro research into melanocortin receptor pharmacology, receptor-mediated signalling, melanocyte biology, and peptide structure–activity relationships.
For in vitro laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use.
| Compound | MT-2 |
| Form | Lyophilized white powder |
| Amount per vial | 10 mg |
| Purity | ≥98% (HPLC verified) |
| Amino Acid Length | 7 amino acids (cyclic heptapeptide) |
| Sequence | Ac-Nle-cyclo[Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys]-NH₂ |
| Molecular Formula | C₅₀H₆₉N₁₅O₉ |
| Molecular Weight | 1024.18 g/mol |
| CAS Number | 121062-08-6 |
| Storage (lyophilized) | Refrigerate at 2–8°C; for long-term storage, freeze at −20°C. |
Lyophilized Storage
Store refrigerated at 2–8°C. For long-term storage, store frozen at −20°C. Keep sealed and protected from light and moisture.
⚠ For in vitro laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use.
MT-2
10MG
10mg lyophilised MT-2 for laboratory research.
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