International Journal of Molecular Sciences
The Human Tripeptide GHK-Cu in Prevention of Oxidative Stress and Degenerative Conditions of Aging
2012 · PMID 22537680
Pickart L, Vasquez-Soltero JM
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Dermal Compound
GHKcu
Copper(II) complex of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine — a naturally occurring copper carrier studied in extracellular matrix and gene-expression research.
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Compound information
Molecular profile
Technical specifications for laboratory reference
Molecular profile
What is GHKcu?
Copper(II) complex of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine — a naturally occurring copper carrier studied in extracellular matrix and gene-expression research.
- Type
- Copper-peptide complex
- CAS Number
- 89030-95-5
- Molecular Weight
- 340.38 g/mol (peptide)
- MW (complex)
- 401.91 g/mol (Cu²⁺ complex)
- Amino Acids
- 3 (tripeptide)
- Sequence
- Gly-His-Lys
- Formula
- C₁₄H₂₄N₆O₄·Cu
Storage requirements
Stability information
Protect from lightBlue color indicates Cu²⁺ binding
Lyophilized (powder)
−20°C · up to 24 months
Reconstituted
2–8°C · up to 30 days
Literature
Sources & references
Peer-reviewed research for laboratory background
Biochimica et Biophysica Acta
GHK peptide as a natural modulator of multiple cellular pathways in skin
2018 · PMID 29625100
Pickart L et al.
View sourceCitations are provided for research background only. Peptide Club materials are sold for laboratory research use — not for human or veterinary consumption. References do not constitute product claims.
