GHK-Cu · Chemical Profile
Chemical Profile
This is the chemical reference sheet for GHK-Cu, a research peptide. It collects the identity data (sequence, formula, molecular weight, and identifiers) and physical properties documented for the material. Reference information only; for research use only. not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.
Chemical identity
The identifiers below specify exactly which molecule GHK-Cu refers to, so it can be distinguished from analogs and verified against public chemical registries.
- Full name
- GHK-Cu (Copper Tripeptide-1)
- Also known as
- Copper Peptide, GHK-Copper, Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper
- Sequence
- H-Gly-His-Lys-OH (1:1 Cu²⁺ complex)
- Molecular formula
- C14H24CuN6O4
- Molecular weight
- 403.92 g/mol (copper complex)
- CAS number
- 49557-75-7
- PubChem CID
- 73594
Structure & classification
GHK-Cu is defined by its amino-acid sequence (above). The sequence determines its molecular weight and is the basis for identity confirmation by mass spectrometry and, for peptides, sequence analysis.
Physical properties
GHK-Cu is supplied as lyophilized powder at ≥98% (HPLC + LC-MS verified). Handling and storage follow from these properties. See the storage and stability references for detail.
- Classification
- Research Peptide
- Physical form
- Lyophilized powder
- Purity
- ≥98% (HPLC + LC-MS verified)
- Storage
- −20°C, desiccated, light-protected
Available from Blueprint Labs
GHK-Cu 50mg
Third-party tested, GHK-Cu supplied as a research material with a certificate of analysis available.
Questions, answered
What is the molecular weight of GHK-Cu?
GHK-Cu has a documented molecular weight of 403.92 g/mol (copper complex).
What is the CAS number for GHK-Cu?
The CAS number on file is 49557-75-7.
What is the amino-acid sequence of GHK-Cu?
The documented sequence is H-Gly-His-Lys-OH (1:1 Cu²⁺ complex).
Is this chemical data a use recommendation?
No. It is reference identity and property data for laboratory purposes. For research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.