Catalog/Recovery
Recovery
GHK-Cu
Copper tripeptide-1
A copper-binding tripeptide studied for collagen remodeling, antioxidant gene expression, and dermal repair.
Sequence
- Hydrophobic
- Polar
- Charged
Complexed with Cu²⁺
GHK
- CAS
- 89030-95-5
- Formula
- C14H24CuN6O4
- Mass (g/mol)
- 403
- Half-life
- Minutes in plasma
- Form
- Lyophilized complex
- Purity
- ≥98% HPLC
Mechanism
GHK binds copper(II) with high affinity and modulates TGF-β and collagen synthesis in cell systems.
Research notes
A constituent of the KLOW blend. Copper content belongs in the buffer math.
Protect from light. Oxidation-sensitive once wet.
Typical reconstitution
Catalog convenience numbers — not a protocol. Vial 100 mg in 5 mL; default draw 1000 mcg.