GHK-Cu

£50.00

Copper-containing research peptide | Research use only

GHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide supplied for laboratory research applications only. It is provided as a research reagent for use in controlled experimental environments and is not approved for human or veterinary use.

This compound is characterised by its ability to chelate copper (Cu2+), which gives GHK-Cu its distinctive blue coloration. It is also commonly referred to in the literature as Copper Tripeptide-1 or GHK Copper.

Specification: 100mg × 50 vials

Chemical & physical information

Peptide class: Tripeptide–copper complex
Common identifiers: GHK-Cu, Copper Tripeptide-1
Form: Solid or lyophilised material (batch dependent)
Appearance: Blue to blue-green material
For research use only

Research context

GHK-Cu was originally identified in human plasma and has since become widely studied in cellular signalling and tissue-level research models. In laboratory settings, it is commonly investigated in relation to:

Cellular growth and repair mechanisms
Extracellular matrix modelling
Peptide–metal interactions
Gene expression and signalling pathways

Its copper-binding properties make it particularly useful for studies exploring metal-dependent biological processes and cellular response modulation.

Batch colour variation (important clarification)

Batch-to-batch colour variation is normal for GHK-Cu and does not indicate a quality issue. Shades may range from deep blue to lighter blue-green tones, depending on synthesis conditions, hydration state, and environmental factors.

All batches are analytically tested to confirm purity and composition, ensuring consistent performance across research applications regardless of visual variation.