Catalog/Recovery
Recovery
KPV
α-MSH (11–13)
The C-terminal tripeptide of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, studied for anti-inflammatory signaling without pigmenting MCR1 activity.
Sequence
- Hydrophobic
- Polar
- Charged
KPV
- CAS
- 67727-97-3
- Formula
- C16H30N4O4
- Mass (g/mol)
- 342.43
- Half-life
- Short (minutes)
- Form
- Lyophilized acetate
- Purity
- ≥98% HPLC
Mechanism
KPV is reported to act through melanocortin and intracellular inflammatory pathways (including NF-κB) in epithelial models.
Research notes
A KLOW constituent. Tiny sequence, easy HPLC — identity still wants mass spec.
Lyophilized: −20 °C, dry.
Typical reconstitution
Catalog convenience numbers — not a protocol. Vial 10 mg in 2 mL; default draw 250 mcg.