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GHK-CuCopper tripeptide-1

Copper peptidesCAS 89030-95-5

Identity

GHK is a naturally occurring tripeptide (glycyl histidyl lysine) first isolated from human plasma. It binds copper(II) ions strongly; the copper complex is known as GHK-Cu, or copper tripeptide-1 as a cosmetic ingredient name.

Structure

Molecular formula C14H22CuN6O4, molar mass 401.9 g/mol. CAS 89030-95-5.

Regulatory status

Used as an ingredient in cosmetic products. The research grade material supplied by NovaCell is not a cosmetic or a medicine.

Handling

Blue lyophilised powder (the colour comes from the copper). Store at 2 to 8 °C (refrigerated), protected from light. Supplied with bacteriostatic water.

For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not for diagnostic or therapeutic use.