AHK-Cu

Overview

AHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-3) is a metallopeptide complex formed by chelation of the alanine-histidine-lysine tripeptide with a divalent copper ion. It is structurally and functionally distinct from GHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-1, glycine-histidine-lysine sequence, CAS 49557-75-7), and the two should not be confused — note that some commercial websites do mislabel AHK-Cu as "Copper Tripeptide-1," a naming error; the amino acid sequence (Ala-His-Lys vs. Gly-His-Lys) is the reliable distinguishing feature. Vialdyne releases AHK-Cu as a lyophilized peptide against a ≥99.0% HPLC main-peak specification, supplied with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis covering RP-HPLC purity, mass-spec identity, appearance, and water content. Lots are released only after the COA is on file.

Applications & buyer fit

Cosmetic-peptide buyers fall into two groups: established beauty / med-aesthetic brands extending an existing line, and OEM clients building a private-label catalog from scratch. The first group usually wants active material plus stability data in their existing carrier matrix; the second usually wants a finished formulation under their label. Both need INCI naming verified, regulator-specific safety files (CPNP for EU, FDA OTC monograph for US where relevant), and packaging-compatibility data.

Primary buyer fit: academic and contract research laboratories.

Specifications

CAS

767286-83-9

Molecular Formula

C15H24CuN6O4

Molecular Weight

416.9 g/mol

Sequence

Ala-His-Lys

Appearance

Pale blue lyophilized powder

Purity (HPLC)

≥ 99.0%

Strength

50 mg – 100 mg

Packaging

10 vials/box · base pack (multiples of 10)

MOQ

On request

Lead time

10–18 days

Storage

2–8°C, protect from light

Certificate of Analysis

Representative COA previews for AHK-Cu; request the certificate matched to the offered or supplied lot from sales. These are previews — request the full high-resolution certificate for any lot.

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AHK-Cu

VD260428-CU100012 · 99.12%

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AHK-Cu

VD260428-CU20010 · 99.15%

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AHK-Cu

VD260428-CU50011 · 98.98%

Regulatory note

Research-use-only reference material; not for human or veterinary use.

Selected literature

1. Pyo HK, Yoo HG, Won CH, Lee SH, Kang YJ, Eun HC, Cho KH, Kim KH. The effect of tripeptide-copper complex on human hair growth in vitro. Arch Pharm Res. 2007;30(7):834-839.

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