AHK-Cu 50 mg

AHK-Cu 50 mg — copper tripeptide

L’AHK-Cuis acopper tripeptide(alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine complexed with copper II). It belongs to the same family as GHK-Cu, from which it differs by its first amino acid: aAlanineinstead of wisteria. This difference of a single residue is enough to direct the work devoted to it towards a field that is specific to it, that of thehair follicleBottle of50 mg lyophilizedintendedexclusively for laboratory research.

Product features

• Compound :AHK-Cu (alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine: copper)
• Quantity :50 mg per vial, lyophilized
• Purity:controlled by HPLC, result on the batch certificate
• Quality control:Independent COA per batch
• Presentation :sealed bottle, crimped cap, blue powder characteristic of copper complexes

Scientific context

Copper peptides have been studied since the 1970s for their ability to transport copper(II), a cofactor for several enzymes involved in extracellular matrix renewal. Published work on AHK-Cu focuses primarily onin vitro models of dermal papillaand on keratinocyte cultures, with readings ofcell proliferation, VEGF expression and angiogenesis markers.

The available literature remainslimited and essentially preclinicalIt documents mechanisms observed in culture, not effects demonstrated in humans. This is precisely what makes it a research compound — laboratory protocols are interested in it to explore these pathways, not to draw applied conclusions.

AHK-Cu and GHK-Cu: two distinct copper peptides

The two compounds are often confused because they share the histidine-lysine motif and the same copper ion. However, they are not interchangeable:

• GHK-Cu— glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine. The more documented of the two, studied in researchdermatologicalExtracellular matrix, collagen, tissue repair. Naturally present in human plasma.
• AHK-Cu— alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine. Smaller corpus, oriented towards thehair follicleand the dermal papilla.

Both products are available in the catalogue, at the same dosage of 50 mg, which allows them to be used in parallel in the same protocol.

Reconstruction and conservation

The bottle contains a freeze-dried powder to be reconstituted withbacteriostatic water, available separately. The powder should be stored away from light; once reconstituted, the solution should be stored in the refrigerator. Like all copper complexes, AHK-Cu gives a solutionblueAfter reconstitution: it is the expected color, not a sign of alteration.

Quality and analysis

Each batch is produced under control and analyzed byHPLCwith aIndependent Certificate of Analysis (COA)specific to the batch. The purity is that indicated on the certificate — it is not a rounded commercial value.

Delivery

Shipping within 24 to 48 hours from our stock in France.3 to 5 business daysDirect sales, without intermediaries, are what allow the displayed price: the product does not pay for warehousing.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is AHK-Cu?
AHK-Cu is a copper tripeptide (alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine complexed with copper II), studied in research on the hair follicle and the dermal papilla.

What is the difference with GHK-Cu?
A single amino acid: AHK-Cu begins with alanine, while GHK-Cu begins with glycine. GHK-Cu is primarily studied in dermatological research (extracellular matrix, collagen), while AHK-Cu focuses on the hair follicle. The two are not interchangeable.

Is the product analyzed?
Yes. Each batch is analyzed by HPLC and accompanied by an independent Certificate of Analysis (COA) specific to the batch.

In what form is it delivered?
In the form of a blue lyophilized powder in a sealed 50 mg bottle, to be reconstituted with bacteriostatic water.

Why is the solution blue?
This is the normal color of copper complexes: both the lyophilized powder and the reconstituted solution are blue. This is not a sign of spoilage.

What is the delivery time?
3 to 5 business days. Shipping within 24 to 48 hours from our stock in France, with tracking number.

Use strictly reserved for research

This product is soldexclusively for laboratory research purposesIt is neither a medicine, nor a food supplement, nor a cosmetic. It is notnot intended for human or veterinary useThis product is not for diagnostic or therapeutic use. The buyer is responsible for complying with the applicable regulations in their country.