Copper-Pep
$34.0050mg · Per vial
Research material for qualified laboratory use.
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- Material
- Copper-Pep
- Vial content
- 50mg
- Selected quantity
- 1 vial
Lab results
50mgReport applies to the tested sample; current fulfillment lot is not confirmed.
View reportA matching public report is not currently linked for this strength.
Research overview
Copper-Pep is a copper complex of the three-amino-acid peptide glycine-histidine-lysine. It brings peptide chemistry and metal coordination together, with research examining how a short amino acid sequence binds copper and interacts with its molecular surroundings.
About Copper-Pep
The peptide portion, abbreviated GHK, provides the binding environment for copper. Coordination studies examine the complexes that form in solution and the conditions that influence their stability. Comparing GHK with related sequences also helps researchers investigate how individual amino acid changes affect copper binding.
Published chemical studies have combined visible-light spectroscopy, electron paramagnetic resonance and calorimetry. These methods provide complementary information about the copper environment and the energetics of complex formation. Together, they connect molecular structure with measurable chemical behavior. Read the copper coordination study.
The research also extends to interactions with larger proteins. Work with human serum albumin identified complexes involving GHK, copper and histidine sites on the protein. This adds a further research question: how does copper coordination change when a small peptide becomes part of a more complex molecular environment? Explore the albumin interaction study.
Quality, Purity and Documentation
Review the analytical documentation listed for the selected size. Reports describe the samples identified in them; they do not by themselves confirm that current stock matches those samples. If no matching report is listed, contact Prestige Peptides for documentation before ordering.
Available sizes
Copper-Pep is supplied as a lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder in sealed vials in 50mg and 100mg formats. Lyophilization removes water under vacuum at low temperature, producing a stable dry preparation suited to controlled laboratory storage and accurate gravimetric preparation of experimental solutions.
Storage and handling
Store lyophilized vials at -20°C or below, protected from light and moisture. Allow sealed vials to equilibrate to room temperature before opening to limit condensation inside the vial. Once opened, handle with clean laboratory technique, minimize exposure to ambient humidity, reseal promptly, and record the lot number in laboratory documentation for traceability.
For qualified in-vitro laboratory research only. Not for human or animal use.
Common questions
How is this material tested?
Reports are linked on each product page where available, per strength. A report describes the sample that was tested, so check its lot against the vial you receive, and contact us if you need documentation for a lot that isn't listed.
Open the report under Lot documentation above. Your packing slip and order page list the lot that shipped.
How should it be stored?
Use the Technical specifications above and the lot record. If storage information is marked pending, contact us before beginning laboratory work.
When will my order ship?
In-stock orders are normally processed within 1-2 business days, Monday through Friday, excluding federal holidays. Orders placed before 2:00 PM Central Time may go out the same business day, but that isn't guaranteed. After the carrier accepts it, USPS Standard generally takes 2-3 business days and USPS Express 1-2. Tracking is emailed when it ships. Shipping policy
What if something arrives damaged or wrong?
Contact us as soon as you notice it, and no later than 7 days after delivery, with your order code and clear photos of the item, label and package. Keep everything until we've reviewed it. Refund policy
Who can order Copper-Pep?
Buyers must be at least 21 and order only for lawful, qualified in-vitro laboratory research. It is not for human or animal use. Support can help with product records, lot documentation, orders and shipping, but can't give dosing, administration or personal-use guidance. All questions