AHK-CU

Description

AHK-Cu (Alanyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper) is a synthetic copper-binding tripeptide complex consisting of alanine, histidine, and lysine bound to a copper(II) ion. Structurally related to GHK-Cu (Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper) with alanine substituted for glycine at the N-terminus, AHK-Cu has been studied in cellular biology and biochemical research literature examining copper-binding peptide chemistry, cellular signaling pathways, and tissue research applications.

Each vial contains 100mg of lyophilized AHK-Cu in a sealed 5mL glass vial, verified through Alpha one nutrition’ three-tier quality protocol: 7x independent third-party analytical testing, 4-vial batch conformity verification, and comprehensive heavy metal screening.

Product Specifications

• Compound: AHK-Cu (Alanyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper)
• Class: Synthetic copper-binding tripeptide complex
• Sequence: Ala-His-Lys
• Molecular Weight: ~354 Da (tripeptide); ~417 Da (copper complex)
• Form: Lyophilized powder
• Vial Size: 100mg in 5mL glass vial

Research Background

AHK-Cu has been investigated in research literature across several scientific contexts:

• Copper-binding peptide chemistry — analytical chemistry research on AHK’s selective copper binding properties and structural relationships to other copper-binding peptides
• Tissue biology research — investigations into peptide-copper complex effects on cellular signaling pathways in tissue research models
• Comparative copper-binding peptide research — analytical studies positioning AHK-Cu alongside GHK-Cu and other naturally occurring copper-binding peptides in cellular research contexts
• Cellular signaling pathway research — investigations into AHK-Cu’s interactions with cellular receptor systems and downstream signaling cascades
• Peptide chemistry research — analytical chemistry studies on tripeptide structure-activity relationships and copper coordination chemistry

Reconstitution and Storage

• Lyophilized storage: Cool, dry location away from direct light; -20°C for long-term stability
• Post-reconstitution: Refrigerate at 2-8°C, protect from light
• Reconstituted use window: 30 days for optimal research integrity
• Avoid: Repeated freeze-thaw cycles to preserve compound stability and structural integrity

Disclaimer, Intended Use & Terms of Sale

All content and information provided are for educational and research reference purposes only. This product and its associated data have not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, and no claims are made regarding the diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease. No representations or warranties are made regarding safety, effectiveness, or outcomes.

This product is intended strictly for in vitro laboratory research use only and is not for clinical use. It is not approved for human or animal administration and must not be used in food, dietary supplements, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, or any consumer applications.

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