Overview
MT2 (Melanotan II) is a synthetic analogue of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH), a naturally occurring peptide hormone. Research interest centres on its non-selective activity across melanocortin receptors, particularly MC1R (associated with pigmentation pathways) and MC4R (associated with appetite-regulation pathways), making it a widely referenced tool compound in melanocortin receptor research.
Nova Biolabs supplies MT2 10mg in lyophilised form from Indonesia domestic stock, HPLC-verified at >98% purity.
Key Research Areas
Melanocortin Receptor Signalling
MT2 is studied as a non-selective melanocortin receptor agonist, providing a research tool for probing MC1R and MC4R activation and downstream signalling cascades.
Pigmentation Pathway Research
Investigated for its interaction with MC1R on melanocytes, a receptor central to melanogenesis and pigmentation-pathway modelling.
Appetite Regulation Models
Studied for its activity at MC4R, a receptor implicated in hypothalamic appetite-regulation and energy-balance research models.
Receptor Pharmacology Research
Used as a reference agonist in comparative melanocortin receptor pharmacology studies alongside other MSH analogues.
Product Specifications
| Format | Lyophilised powder |
| Quantity | 10mg per vial |
| Purity | >98% (HPLC verified) |
| Storage | Refrigerate at 2–8°C. Stable 24 months lyophilised. |
| Origin | Indonesia domestic stock |
| Research use | In vitro / laboratory use only |