GHK-Cu 100mg is a naturally occurring tripeptide, glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine, presented as its copper(II) complex and supplied by Echo Peptides exclusively for laboratory and in-vitro research. The Gly-His-Lys sequence coordinates a copper ion through its histidine imidazole and amino-terminal groups, and this metal-binding geometry is the structural feature that distinguishes GHK-Cu from the uncomplexed peptide in cell-culture work.
As a research reference compound, GHK-Cu is studied for the way its copper-carrying tripeptide scaffold interacts with extracellular matrix components and redox-active pathways. Researchers use it in cell-culture and preclinical models to probe copper delivery, matrix protein turnover, and transcriptional responses, rather than for any human or veterinary application. The characteristic blue color of the lyophilized powder reflects the bound copper(II) center that defines the complex.
Key research areas
- Collagen synthesis and extracellular matrix remodeling
- Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant pathway signaling
- Wound healing and tissue regeneration models
- Gene expression modulation in cellular studies
Specifications
- Amount: 100mg
- Form: Lyophilized blue powder
- Sequence: Gly-His-Lys · Cu²⁺
- Molecular weight: ~404 Da (complex)
- Solubility: Soluble in water or bacteriostatic water
- Storage: Refrigerate at 2–8°C
Every batch is third-party tested for identity and purity, with a Certificate of Analysis available on request. GHK-Cu 100mg is intended strictly for in-vitro laboratory research use only. It is not for human or veterinary use, and not for diagnostic or therapeutic purposes.
