Melanotan-1 · Classification & Family
Classification & Family
Melanotan-1 is classified as a research peptide, specifically a linear α-MSH (melanocortin) analog. This page places it within its chemical family and among the related compounds Blueprint Labs supplies, as reference. For research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.
How it is classified
Formally, Melanotan-1 sits in the research peptide class and is best described as a linear α-MSH (melanocortin) analog. That classification is what determines how it is characterized analytically, stored, and (where applicable) reconstituted.
In the literature and on supplier listings it also appears as Melanotan I, Afamelanotide, and MT-1.
- Classification
- Research Peptide
- Chemical family
- linear α-MSH (melanocortin) analog
- Category
- Aesthetic & Looksmaxxing
- Also known as
- Melanotan I, Afamelanotide, MT-1
Its chemical family
Membership in the linear α-MSH (melanocortin) analog family means Melanotan-1 shares structural and target features with related molecules studied in the same area. Family relationships are why certain compounds are frequently researched alongside one another.
For Melanotan-1, the reported molecular focus is MC1R (selective), consistent with others in this family.
Related compounds
Within Blueprint Labs' catalog, Melanotan-1 is most closely related to Melanotan-2 and GHK-Cu. These are studied in adjacent contexts and are common points of comparison.
See the comparison references for neutral side-by-side breakdowns. For research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.
Available from Blueprint Labs
Melanotan-1 10mg
Third-party tested, Melanotan-1 supplied as a research material with a certificate of analysis available.
Questions, answered
What class of compound is Melanotan-1?
Melanotan-1 is a research peptide. More precisely, it is a linear α-MSH (melanocortin) analog.
What is Melanotan-1 also called?
Common alternate names include Melanotan I, Afamelanotide, and MT-1.
What compounds is Melanotan-1 related to?
Its closest relatives in the catalog are Melanotan-2 and GHK-Cu.
Does classification imply an approved use?
No. Classification is chemical taxonomy for reference. For research use only. Not for human consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.