MT-1 10mg
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MT-1—Melanotan I / afamelanotide research scaffold—is a stabilized α-MSH analogue centered on MC1R, melanogenesis and photobiology. It has much more direct human pigmentation research than most research-market peptides.
Research focus: Melanin production • MC1R signaling • Photoprotection research • Dermatologic pigment biology
10mg | Melanotan I | Lyophilized Powder | Laboratory Research Use Only
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Research overview
MT-1—Melanotan I / afamelanotide research scaffold—is a stabilized α-MSH analogue centered on MC1R, melanogenesis and photobiology. It has much more direct human pigmentation research than most research-market peptides.
Proposed Effects & Research Interests
- Melanin production — Human research demonstrated increased pigmentation and increased eumelanin production.
- MC1R signaling — MT-1 is a well-characterized model for melanocortin-1 receptor activation in melanocytes.
- Photoprotection research — Studied for how increased eumelanin changes response to UV and visible-light stress.
- Dermatologic pigment biology — Afamelanotide research spans vitiligo and other pigment-related conditions.
- More selective melanocortin profile — Compared with MT-2, MT-1 is primarily used for pigmentation/MC1R research rather than broad central melanocortin effects.
How It Works
MT-1 is a stabilized analogue of α-MSH. By activating MC1R on melanocytes, it promotes the biochemical program that increases eumelanin—the darker, more photoprotective form of melanin.
Evidence Snapshot
Afamelanotide, a regulated finished implant using this active scaffold, has human clinical data. Those results support the target biology but do not make an RUO vial equivalent to an approved finished product.
Why Researchers Choose MT-1
A clear choice for melanogenesis, MC1R, pigmentation, eumelanin and photobiology research.
Product Details
| Total Content | 10mg |
| Compound | Melanotan I |
| Also Known As | Afamelanotide / NDP-α-MSH |
| Sequence | Ac-Ser-Tyr-Ser-Nle-Glu-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Gly-Lys-Pro-Val-NH2 |
| Form | Lyophilized Powder |
| Vial Size | 3mL |
Research Use Only
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Proposed effects summarize published experimental or clinical research on the compound or its established research pathway; they are not directions for administration.
Frequently asked questions
It is a synthetic research compound supplied as a lyophilized (freeze-dried) material intended strictly for in-vitro analysis, molecular binding assays, and laboratory receptor studies.
Structural modifications (such as N-terminal alterations or sequence stabilization) are designed to hinder rapid enzymatic degradation in experimental assays, thereby extending half-life in laboratory observation models.
Investigational studies focus on target receptor affinity, somatotroph signaling cascades, downstream protein transcription, and comparative cellular stability against baseline fragments.
Every lot is subjected to third-party High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC) to verify ≥99% purity and Mass Spectrometry (MS) to confirm precise molecular mass identity. Full batch COAs are available on request.
Authentic Certificate of Analysis documentation ensures exact net peptide content calculations, eliminating variance in solvent reconstitution and enabling reproducible concentration metrics across trials.
This product is sold strictly for in-vitro research and laboratory use only. It is not intended for human or animal consumption, diagnostic purposes, or therapeutic application.
By purchasing this product, you confirm that you are a qualified researcher operating within an appropriate laboratory environment and will use this compound in accordance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
Pantheon Formulas assumes no liability for misuse of this product outside of its intended research application.
MT-1—Melanotan I / afamelanotide research scaffold—is a stabilized α-MSH analogue centered on MC1R, melanogenesis and photobiology. It has much more direct human pigmentation research than most research-market peptides.
Proposed Effects & Research Interests
- Melanin production — Human research demonstrated increased pigmentation and increased eumelanin production.
- MC1R signaling — MT-1 is a well-characterized model for melanocortin-1 receptor activation in melanocytes.
- Photoprotection research — Studied for how increased eumelanin changes response to UV and visible-light stress.
- Dermatologic pigment biology — Afamelanotide research spans vitiligo and other pigment-related conditions.
- More selective melanocortin profile — Compared with MT-2, MT-1 is primarily used for pigmentation/MC1R research rather than broad central melanocortin effects.
How It Works
MT-1 is a stabilized analogue of α-MSH. By activating MC1R on melanocytes, it promotes the biochemical program that increases eumelanin—the darker, more photoprotective form of melanin.
Evidence Snapshot
Afamelanotide, a regulated finished implant using this active scaffold, has human clinical data. Those results support the target biology but do not make an RUO vial equivalent to an approved finished product.
Why Researchers Choose MT-1
A clear choice for melanogenesis, MC1R, pigmentation, eumelanin and photobiology research.
Product Details
| Total Content | 10mg |
| Compound | Melanotan I |
| Also Known As | Afamelanotide / NDP-α-MSH |
| Sequence | Ac-Ser-Tyr-Ser-Nle-Glu-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Gly-Lys-Pro-Val-NH2 |
| Form | Lyophilized Powder |
| Vial Size | 3mL |
Research Use Only
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Proposed effects summarize published experimental or clinical research on the compound or its established research pathway; they are not directions for administration.
Frequently asked questions
Everything sold by Pantheon Formulas is intended strictly for laboratory and in-vitro research. Our products are not drugs, supplements, foods, or cosmetics, and are not for human or veterinary consumption. By purchasing, you confirm you're acquiring these materials for lawful research purposes.
Yes — every batch is independently tested by Janoshik Analytical, one of the most trusted third-party peptide labs in the industry. The Certificate of Analysis is included right in each product's image gallery, and the product description links directly to the official report on Janoshik's own site, so you can verify purity and identity straight from the source rather than taking our word for it. Need the COA for a specific lot? Reach out and we'll get it to you.
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Definitely — we're always happy to go deeper on anything we sell. Whether it's composition, purity, COAs, storage, handling, or shipping, just reach out through our contact page and a real person will get back to you. For independent reading and discussion, pathwaypeptide.com along with peptide-focused forums and subreddits are excellent places to dig in.
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