Description
Melanotan II (MT-2) is a synthetic analogue of *α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH)* that has been investigated in scientific research involving melanocortin receptors and melanin-related biological pathways.
What Has Melanotan II Been Researched For?
Scientific research has investigated Melanotan II in relation to:
- Melanocortin receptor activity
- Melanin and pigmentation pathways
- α-MSH signalling
- Cellular responses associated with melanocortin receptors
- Experimental studies of melanocortin biology
- Sexual-function research involving melanocortin receptor signalling
These are areas of scientific investigation and should not be interpreted as claims that Melanotan II is safe, effective, or appropriate for human use.
UK Regulatory Status
Melanotan II-containing products are not licensed medicines in the United Kingdom. The MHRA has stated that the safety, quality and effectiveness of such products have not been demonstrated and has taken enforcement action concerning products falling within the definition of a medicinal product.
This page is provided for scientific and educational information and does not constitute an offer or advertisement for a medicinal product.
*Not for human consumption or administration.*
Molecular Information:
- Molecular weight: ~1024.2 Da for the parent compound
- Sequence length: Ac-Nle-Asp-His-D-Phe-Arg-Trp-Lys-NH₂
- One-letter sequence: XDHFRWK (where X = norleucine, Nle)
Important Legal Notice:
This product is sold strictly for laboratory research purposes only. It is not a medicinal product, dietary supplement, or food item, and is not intended for human or veterinary use. It must only be handled by qualified professionals in a controlled research environment.



