Description
GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)
Research Grade Compound – Laboratory Use Only
GHK-Cu supplied by D&L Peptides is a high-purity synthetic copper–peptide complex provided exclusively for laboratory research purposes. It is supplied as a research material and is not authorised, approved, or intended for human or veterinary use, clinical application, diagnostic procedures, or therapeutic purposes.
Scientific Context (Research Classification Only)
GHK-Cu is a tripeptide–copper complex composed of glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to a divalent copper ion. In scientific literature, GHK-Cu is studied in experimental and pre-clinical research models for its involvement in:
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Copper transport and bioavailability mechanisms
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Cellular signalling pathways related to tissue maintenance
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Gene expression modulation in experimental systems
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Redox activity and metal-binding interactions
All references to biological activity are provided solely for academic and scientific context and do not imply safety, efficacy, or suitability for any non-research application.
Research Classification
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Compound Type: Synthetic copper–peptide complex (research classification only)
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Intended Use: Laboratory research only
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Regulatory Status: Not authorised or approved by the MHRA or any other regulatory authority
D&L Peptides makes no representations or claims regarding biological outcomes, performance, or safety outside of lawful laboratory research.
Quality & Analytical Verification
Each batch of GHK-Cu supplied by D&L Peptides undergoes analytical testing to verify identity, purity, and composition for research use.
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Certificates of Analysis (COAs) are available on request
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COAs correspond directly to the supplied products
Independent analytical testing does not constitute regulatory approval or authorisation for human or veterinary use.
Product Characteristics
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Form: Lyophilised solid
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Purity: ≥99% (batch-specific)
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Presentation: Sealed research vial
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Classification: Research Use Only (RUO)
Physical appearance, including colour intensity, may vary between batches due to copper coordination and the lyophilisation process and does not indicate nonconformity.
Handling & Storage Notice
This product is supplied strictly as a laboratory research material.
All handling, preparation, storage, and disposal must be conducted:
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By appropriately trained and qualified personnel
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Within controlled laboratory environments
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In accordance with institutional protocols and applicable laws and regulations
D&L Peptides does not provide instructions, recommendations, or guidance regarding preparation methods, concentrations, solvents, or downstream use.
Regulatory & Legal Notice
This product:
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Is not a medicinal product under the Human Medicines Regulations 2012
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Is not authorised or approved by the MHRA
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Is not intended for human or veterinary use
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Is not for clinical, diagnostic, or therapeutic application
By purchasing this product, the buyer represents and warrants that it will be used solely for lawful laboratory research purposes and in full compliance with all applicable regulatory and institutional requirements.
D&L Peptides accepts no liability for use outside of permitted research applications.
Important Statement
For Laboratory Research Use Only.
Not for Human or Veterinary Use.
