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GHK-Cu, Elevate Biolabs research vial
Cosmetic & Dermal In stock

GHK-Cu

The copper-binding tripeptide (glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine), one of the most cited compounds in skin-remodeling and extracellular-matrix research.

$49.00 USD / vial

Vial size

1
Third-party verified purity
Same-day dispatch before 1 PM ET
COA upon request
Tamper-evident packaging

Research use only. This material is supplied exclusively for lawful in-vitro laboratory research, analytical testing, and scientific study by qualified professionals. Not for human or veterinary use of any kind.

Overview

About GHK-Cu

GHK-Cu is a complex of the tripeptide GHK with a copper(II) ion, first isolated from human plasma. Its concentration in plasma declines markedly with age, which prompted decades of research into its role in tissue remodeling, collagen synthesis, and gene expression.

In vitro and preclinical studies have examined GHK-Cu across dermal fibroblast activity, extracellular matrix production, and antioxidant enzyme systems. It is supplied as a lyophilized copper-peptide complex with lot-specific analysis available.

Applications

Documented research areas

  • Dermal fibroblast and collagen synthesis studies
  • Extracellular matrix remodeling research
  • Copper-peptide chemistry and chelation studies
  • Gene-expression profiling models
Specifications

Technical profile

CAS Number49557-75-7
Molecular FormulaC14H24N6O4·Cu
Molecular Weight403.9 g/mol (complex)
SequenceGly-His-Lys : Cu(II)
FormLyophilized powder (blue)
Purity≥ 99% (HPLC)
Storage−20 °C, protect from light
Verification

Testing & documentation

Every production lot of GHK-Cu is analyzed by an independent third-party laboratory before release. Identity is confirmed by mass spectrometry and purity is quantified by high-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC), with a minimum release threshold of 99%.

A lot-specific Certificate of Analysis is available on request, email support@elevatebiolabs.co. Vials are filled and sealed under laboratory-standard conditions and shipped in tamper-evident packaging.

Questions

Frequently asked

Why is the powder blue?
The characteristic blue colour comes from the chelated copper(II) ion, it is a visual indicator of the intact copper-peptide complex.
How should this material be stored?
Store lyophilized vials at −20 °C for long-term stability, protected from light and moisture. Short-term storage at 2–8 °C is acceptable. Once reconstituted for laboratory work, keep refrigerated and use according to your protocol's stability window.
Is a Certificate of Analysis available?
Yes. Every lot is verified by independent third-party laboratories, and a lot-specific Certificate of Analysis documenting identity and purity is available on request, contact support@elevatebiolabs.co.
How quickly do orders ship?
Orders placed before 1 PM ET on a business day ship the same day, in discreet, tamper-evident packaging with cold-chain protection where appropriate. Orders after the cut-off, or on weekends and holidays, ship the next business day. Tracking is provided on dispatch.
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