Healing & Regeneration

GHK-Cu

44,99 €

CAS 49557-75-7
SKU GHKCU-100MG
For in vitro research use only. Not for human or animal consumption.

Overview

GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide, Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine:copper) is a naturally occurring human plasma tripeptide that declines significantly with age. It has been the subject of over 50 years of scientific research, spanning wound healing, skin matrix biology, hair follicle biology, and broad gene expression modulation.

Key Research Areas

  • Collagen and ECM Synthesis: Stimulates collagen I, III, and IV synthesis, as well as fibronectin, elastin, and glycosaminoglycans – the primary structural components of the extracellular matrix.
  • Antioxidant Mechanisms: Acts as a superoxide dismutase mimic and upregulates antioxidant response elements (ARE), protecting cells from oxidative damage.
  • Gene Expression Modulation: Microarray studies suggest GHK-Cu modulates over 4,000 human genes, resetting many ageing-associated gene expression patterns.
  • Metalloproteinase Regulation: Balances MMP activity – inducing collagen-remodelling enzymes while simultaneously promoting new collagen synthesis for net positive matrix turnover.
  • Hair Follicle Research: Studied for follicle enlargement and elongation in hair growth models.

Specifications

  • Molecular Formula: C14H24CuN6O4
  • Molecular Weight: 403.91 g/mol
  • CAS: 49557-75-7
  • Purity: ≥99% (HPLC verified)
  • Form: Lyophilised powder, 100 mg per vial

For in vitro laboratory research use only. Not for human or animal administration.