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Melanotan I
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Melanotan I

The selective alpha-MSH analogue — the melanocortin peptide with the longest clinical research history.
R349 per vial · ZAR
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Insulin Syringes Pack of 100
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R349
Alcohol Swabs Pack of 200
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R149
Bacteriostatic Water 10ml
extra bacteriostatic water beyond the free 3ml
R199
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Research highlights

  • Selective MC1R agonist — a narrower receptor profile than Melanotan II
  • Central to pigmentation-biology and photoprotection research
  • The peptide behind afamelanotide, studied clinically for light-sensitivity disorders
  • Third-party COA on file — identity and purity verified before it ships

Further reading: an independent guide to Melanotan I ›

How is Melanotan I different from Melanotan II?

Melanotan I is selective for the MC1R receptor — the one tied to pigmentation pathways. Melanotan II activates MC1R through MC5R, which is why its literature covers a far broader and messier range of effects. Researchers reach for MT-1 when they want the pigmentation pathway isolated rather than the whole melanocortin system engaged.

Why does it have a longer research record than most peptides?

Its clinical form, afamelanotide, has been studied for photoprotection in light-sensitivity disorders, so there is genuine published literature behind it rather than only anecdote.

How is it supplied?

Lyophilised powder in a sealed vial, 10mg, with a certificate of analysis. For laboratory research use only.

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