AHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-3) – 100mg | Research Compound

AHK-Cu is a synthetic copper-binding tripeptide complex composed of alanine, histidine, and lysine (Ala-His-Lys) coordinated with a divalent copper ion. The copper atom is linked to three nitrogen atoms within the tripeptide structure, forming a stable chelate studied in enzymatic processes related to collagen formation and extracellular matrix synthesis. AHK-Cu is often studied as a counterpart to the more widely known GHK-Cu, sharing overlapping copper-binding mechanisms while differing in amino acid sequence and molecular characteristics. This 100mg format provides a higher total mass for controlled laboratory and analytical research applications.

Key Research Areas:

• Hair Follicle Biology — In a 2007 ex vivo study published in Archives of Pharmacal Research, AHK-Cu was studied in relation to hair follicle elongation and dermal papilla cell proliferation across experimental follicle samples.
• VEGF & Angiogenic Signaling — Research has examined AHK-Cu in relation to Vascular Endothelial Growth Factor (VEGF) and Transforming Growth Factor beta (TGF-β), including their roles in cellular and angiogenic signaling pathways.
• Collagen Synthesis Research — Fibroblast cell culture studies have investigated AHK-Cu in relation to collagen type I formation and associated cellular pathways.
• Extracellular Matrix Research — The peptide is studied for its involvement in copper-dependent biochemical signaling and its interaction with pathways associated with extracellular matrix organization and connective tissue dynamics.
• Follicular & Androgen Signaling Models — Research explores AHK-Cu’s relationship with follicular biology, androgen-associated signaling, and related cellular mechanisms in controlled research models.

Product Specifications:

• Sequence: Ala-His-Lys complexed with Cu²⁺ | Molecular Formula: C₁₅H₂₄CuN₆O₄ | Molecular Weight: ~416.9 g/mol
• 100mg lyophilized powder per vial
• ≥99% purity via HPLC-MS, third-party COA available
• Store sealed and protected from light and humidity according to applicable laboratory storage requirements

For laboratory and research use only. Not intended for human or animal consumption, diagnostic, therapeutic, or cosmetic use. Not a drug, dietary supplement, or cosmetic. Not FDA-approved. This research-grade product is intended solely for non-clinical laboratory and analytical research applications.