BioMed Research International
The human tripeptide GHK-Cu in prevention of oxidative stress and degenerative conditions of aging
2012
Pickart L, Vasquez-Soltero JM, Margolina A
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Dermal Compound
GHK-Cu
Copper PeptideGly-His-Lys-CuCuprum tripeptide
A naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide present in human plasma. Studied for extracellular-matrix remodeling, collagen signaling, and dermal cell models.
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99.63%
Purity
✓ Passed full QC panel
- Variant
- GHK-Cu 50mg
- Lot #
- HLX-G0104
- Labeled
- 50mg
- Actual
- 51.1mg
- Tested
- Jun 30, 2026
Full QC panel7× tested
- Purity (HPLC)99.63%✓
- Net Peptide Content51.1mg✓
- Identity (MS)GHK-Cu✓
- Copper ChelationConfirmed✓
- Heavy Metals (ICP-MS)Within spec✓
- Sterility (PCR)No Growth✓
- Endotoxin (USP <85>)0.031 EU/mL✓
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Compound information
Molecular profile
What is GHK-Cu?
- Type
- Copper-bound tripeptide
- CAS Number
- 89030-95-5
- Molecular Weight
- 403.9 g/mol
- Amino Acids
- 3
- Sequence
- GHK · Cu(II)
- Formula
- C14H22CuN6O4
Storage requirements
Stability information
Deep blue in solutionProtect from lightpH sensitive
Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C
Reconstituted
2–8°C
Shelf life
36 months lyophilized
Ships at ambient temperature — lyophilized material is stable in transit without cold-chain handling.
Peer-reviewed research
Sources & references
Published literature involving GHK-Cu. Listed for reference only — citation here is not a claim of efficacy or a recommendation of any use.
Journal of Biomaterials Science
GHK peptide as a natural modulator of multiple cellular pathways in skin regeneration
2015
Pickart L, Margolina A
View sourceInternational Journal of Molecular Sciences
Regenerative and protective actions of the GHK-Cu peptide
2018
View sourceExperimental Dermatology
Copper tripeptide effects on dermal fibroblast collagen synthesis
2007
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GHK-Cu is supplied strictly for in-vitro laboratory research. It is not a drug, food, or cosmetic, is not for human or veterinary use, and has not been evaluated by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Purchaser assumes all responsibility for safe handling and lawful use.