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Dermal Peptide
GHK (Basic)
The copper-free form of the glycyl-histidyl-lysine tripeptide, studied in dermal research models for matrix-remodeling signaling without the bound copper ion of GHK-Cu.
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GHK (Basic)
1 × 100mg · $78.99
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Frequently researched together
Commonly studied alongside GHK (Basic).
Compound information
Technical specifications
Molecular profile
| Type | Copper-free tripeptide |
| CAS number | 1227510-36-2 |
| Molecular weight | 340.38 g/mol |
| Amino acids | 3 |
| Sequence | Gly-His-Lys |
| Formula | C14H24N6O4 |
Storage & stability
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Lyophilized (powder)
-20°C · stable 2+ years
- ❄️
Reconstituted
2–8°C · use within 30 days
Sources & references
Peer-reviewed literature, for research context
- Chemical research in toxicology
Glycyl-histidyl-lysine (GHK) is a quencher of alpha,beta-4-hydroxy-trans-2-nonenal: a comparison with carnosine. insights into the mechanism of reaction by electrospray ionization mass spectrometry, 1H NMR, and computational techniques
2007·DOI: 10.1021/tx700185s·PMID: 17672515Beretta G, Artali R, Regazzoni L, Panigati M, Facino RM
View source - Metallomics : integrated biometal science
Glycyl-l-histidyl-l-lysine prevents copper- and zinc-induced protein aggregation and central nervous system cell death in vitro
2024·DOI: 10.1093/mtomcs/mfae019·PMID: 38599632Min JH, Sarlus H, Harris RA
View source - Life sciences
The tripeptide-copper complex glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine-Cu2+ stimulates matrix metalloproteinase-2 expression by fibroblast cultures
2000·DOI: 10.1016/s0024-3205(00)00803-1·PMID: 11045606Siméon A, Emonard H, Hornebeck W, Maquart FX
View source - Redox biology
The glycyl-l-histidyl-l-lysine-Cu(2+) tripeptide complex attenuates lung inflammation and fibrosis in silicosis by targeting peroxiredoxin 6
2024·DOI: 10.1016/j.redox.2024.103237·PMID: 38879894Bian Y, Deng M, Liu J, Li J, Zhang Q, Wang Z
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Important research notice
Not for human consumption. This product is sold exclusively for laboratory and in vitro research. It is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.
Any research findings referenced on this page are drawn from published, peer-reviewed literature and are provided for educational context only. They are not product claims and should not be read as medical advice.
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