Experimental Dermatology
Copper-peptides and hair follicle research
2007
Pyo HK et al.
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Dermal / Cellular Research Compound
AHK-CU
Copper PeptideAla-His-Lys-Cu
AHK-Cu copper peptide for skin rejuvenation and anti-aging research applications.
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Compound Information
Technical specifications
Molecular Profile
What is AHK-CU?
Copper-binding tripeptide (Ala-His-Lys-Cu) studied for hair follicle and skin rejuvenation pathways.
- Type
- Copper-peptide complex
- Amino Acids
- 3 (tripeptide)
- Sequence
- Ala-His-Lys
- Formula
- C₁₅H₂₆N₆O₄·Cu
Storage Requirements
Stability Information
Protect from lightAvoid repeated freeze-thawBlue color indicates copper binding
Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C·up to 2 years
After opening
2-8°C·use within 30 days
Sources & References
Peer-reviewed research
About this compound
Overview
AHK-Cu is a synthetic copper peptide — the tripeptide AHK (alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine) complexed with copper. It is supplied by PX-Labs as a lyophilized powder for laboratory research use only.
Background
AHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide closely related to GHK-Cu, differing in its first amino acid (alanine in place of glycine). The two copper peptides are frequently studied as a pair, and PX-Labs offers both on separate product pages.
Specifications
- Compound
- AHK-Cu (alanyl-histidyl-lysine copper tripeptide)
- Form
- Lyophilized powder, sealed vial
- Purity
- ≥98%, verified by HPLC
- Testing
- Independent third-party analysis; COA available on request
- Available sizes
- 50mg, 100mg
- Presentation
- Lyophilized powder in a sealed research vial
Handling & Storage
In its lyophilized form, AHK-Cu is generally stored refrigerated and protected from light and moisture, with freezer storage common for longer-term holding. Standard laboratory handling practices apply.
Purity & Testing
Every batch is tested to a minimum of 98% purity by high-performance liquid chromatography, with analysis performed by an independent laboratory so results remain impartial. A Certificate of Analysis reporting identity, purity, and method is available on request.
Research Use Only
AHK-Cu is sold strictly for laboratory and scientific research. It is not intended for human or veterinary use, and PX-Labs is a research chemical supplier, not a compounding pharmacy. PX-Labs does not provide usage or application guidance.