AHK-Cu

STORAGE & HANDLING

Store lyophilized vials refrigerated. Once reconstituted, keep at 2–8 °C, away from direct light.

PRODUCT INFORMATION

Copper Peptide Research | Research Use Only AHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide complex studied primarily in relation to hair-follicle biology, skin biology and cellular signalling. Its combination of a small peptide and copper ion has made it particularly interesting in cosmetic and regenerative research.

AREAS OF RESEARCH INTEREST

• Hair Follicle Research — AHK-Cu has been investigated in laboratory research involving human hair-follicle cells, including pathways associated with follicular growth and cellular activity.
• Cellular Signalling — Copper peptides are studied for their interactions with biological pathways involved in cellular communication, extracellular-matrix activity and tissue remodelling.
• Skin & Matrix Research — AHK-Cu is also explored in cosmetic research involving skin structure, collagen-associated processes and extracellular-matrix biology.
• The Copper Connection — AHK has an affinity for copper ions (Cu²⁺). Copper itself is an essential trace element involved in numerous enzymes and biological processes, which is what gives copper-peptide research its distinctive chemistry.
• AHK-Cu vs GHK-Cu — They’re both copper-binding tripeptides, but they’re different peptide sequences. GHK-Cu has a much larger published research history, while AHK-Cu is particularly interesting for its research involving hair-follicle biology.