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GHK-Cu 50mg
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GHK-Cu 50mg Research Peptide Canada

Research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

GHK-Cu 50mg is the lyophilized copper-binding tripeptide listed for Canadian laboratory purchase. Open the GHK-Cu certificate anchor for published lots, then add the 50mg fill to cart. Research-use only.

🧬 GHK‑Cu Peptide — 50 mg

High‑Purity Copper‑Binding Tripeptide for Regenerative Signaling, Gene Expression & Cellular Repair Research

GHK‑Cu (glycyl‑L‑histidyl‑L‑lysine copper complex) is a high‑purity, research‑grade copper‑binding tripeptide widely referenced in laboratory research involving gene‑expression regulation, extracellular‑matrix (ECM) remodeling, cellular‑repair signaling, and copper‑dependent biochemical pathways.

Supplied by BlueNexLabs, GHK‑Cu is provided as a lyophilized peptide (50 mg) with COA‑verified purity, analytical consistency, and audit‑safe Research‑Use‑Only (RUO) labeling, supporting reproducible experimental workflows across Canadian research environments.

🔬 Overview of GHK‑Cu in Research Settings

GHK‑Cu is a naturally occurring copper‑binding peptide complex originally identified in human plasma and frequently used as a model compound in studies examining how copper availability influences cellular signaling and transcriptional activity. In controlled laboratory settings, GHK‑Cu is commonly referenced in research involving:

  • Gene‑expression and transcriptional‑cascade modulation
  • Extracellular‑matrix organization and collagen‑associated signaling
  • Cellular repair and structural remodeling pathways
  • Oxidative‑stress response and cellular‑resilience mechanisms
  • Peptide–metal binding and copper‑transport dynamics

Its strong affinity for copper ions and broad mechanistic scope make GHK‑Cu a valuable tool for regenerative‑signaling and peptide‑metal interaction research.

🧪 What Is GHK‑Cu?

GHK‑Cu is a glycyl‑L‑histidyl‑L‑lysine tripeptide complexed with Cu²⁺ ions and used in laboratory research involving:

  • Copper‑dependent enzymatic and regulatory pathways
  • Gene‑expression and transcriptional‑network studies
  • ECM remodeling and collagen‑associated signaling models
  • Oxidative‑stress and inflammatory‑marker assays
  • Peptide–metal binding kinetics and interaction analysis
  • Cellular repair and tissue‑modeling environments

Its well‑characterized binding behavior supports predictable performance in controlled in‑vitro and preclinical systems.

📡 Mechanistic Research Overview (Audit‑Safe)

🧬 Gene Expression & Transcriptional Modulation

  • Referenced in studies examining ECM‑related gene networks
  • Used in mapping transcriptional‑cascade and regulatory activity
  • Supports modeling of copper‑dependent signaling pathways

🧱 Extracellular Matrix & Structural Remodeling

  • Applied in research involving collagen‑associated markers
  • Supports fibroblast‑activity and ECM‑organization studies
  • Used in multi‑pathway tissue‑remodeling research models

⚖️ Oxidative Stress & Cellular Resilience

  • Examined in oxidative‑stress and adaptation assays
  • Supports investigations into cellular‑repair signaling
  • Used in comparative studies versus non‑metal‑binding peptides

🧱 Molecular & Chemical Characteristics

Type: Copper‑binding tripeptide (GHK‑Cu)

Form: Lyophilized powder

Fill Size: 50 mg

Origin: Naturally occurring peptide sequence

Identity Verification: Mass Spectrometry (MS)

Purity Analysis: HPLC / UPLC

Structural & Biochemical Notes

  • Demonstrates strong affinity for Cu²⁺ ions
  • Predictable behavior in peptide–metal interaction studies
  • Sensitive to oxidation and hydrolysis following reconstitution if improperly handled

🔬 Research Focus Areas

GHK‑Cu is commonly referenced in laboratory research involving:

  • Gene‑expression and transcriptional‑cascade modeling
  • ECM remodeling and fibroblast‑activity studies
  • Oxidative‑stress and inflammatory‑marker assays
  • Copper‑binding and metal‑transport investigations
  • Cellular‑repair and structural‑remodeling environments
  • Multi‑pathway regenerative‑signaling research

Its broad mechanistic relevance supports controlled, pathway-specific laboratory workflows. GHK-Cu is supplied as a research ligand, not as a cosmetic finished good or a medicine.

Storage & Handling

  • Store lyophilized material at –20 °C, protected from light and moisture
  • Reconstituted solutions: 2–8 °C, short-term laboratory use only
  • Avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles; use sterile technique

Documentation

Batch Certificates of Analysis are listed in the certificates library when published. Match vial size and lot notes before assigning a lot to an assay.

Compliance Notice

Research-use only. Not for human or veterinary use. No medical, cosmetic, or performance claims are made or implied.

Vial size

$40.00CAD

3 in stock · SKU SQ3628748

Molecular characteristics

form
Lyophilized powder
purity
≥99% (COA verified)
use
Research use only

Documentation (HPLC / UPLC, MS, COA)

Published lots for this SKU are listed at the exact certificate section. Identity is typically confirmed by mass spectrometry; purity by HPLC / UPLC. A report for another peptide or fill size does not document this vial.

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