Melanotan II (MT-2)
A cyclic seven-residue α-MSH analogue containing norleucine and D-phenylalanine.
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Product Description
Melanotan II (MT-2) is a synthetic cyclic heptapeptide analogue of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. Its structure contains an N-acetyl group, a C-terminal amide, norleucine, and D-phenylalanine. A lactam bridge joins the Asp2 and Lys7 side chains. It is studied as a melanocortin-receptor ligand in receptor-binding and signaling assays.
Property Information
Reference chemistry for the stated structure; added counterions, hydration, and lot-specific analytical results are documented separately.
| Property | Information |
|---|---|
| Chemical identity | Melanotan II; MT-II |
| CAS number | 121062-08-6 |
| Chain length | 7 amino acids |
| Sequence / structure | Ac-Nle-Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys-NH2; Asp2–Lys7 lactam bridge |
| Molecular formula | C50H69N15O9 |
| Molecular weight | 1024.2 g/mol |
| Purity | Lot-specific analytical results available upon request |
| Documentation | Available upon request |
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