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GHK-Cu
Naturally occurring copper peptide studied for collagen production, tissue repair, and wound healing.
Research Use Only: NuveraPeptides products are intended for laboratory and scientific research purposes only.
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GHK-Cu (Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper complex) is a naturally occurring tripeptide found in human plasma, saliva, and urine that forms a high-affinity complex with copper(II) ions. It has been extensively studied for its ability to upregulate collagen, elastin, and glycosaminoglycan synthesis in dermal fibroblasts, and for activating TGF-β pathways involved in wound healing. GHK-Cu concentration in plasma declines sharply with age, making it a subject of significant anti-aging biology research. Each vial contains 50mg at ≥99% purity.
What it does
- Naturally occurring tripeptide-copper(II) complex
- 50mg lyophilized powder — ≥99% purity verified
- Studied for collagen synthesis and TGF-β upregulation
- Third-party tested by ISO-certified laboratory
- Cold-chain shipped with Certificate of Analysis
How to use
Reconstitute with 2–3mL bacteriostatic water. Swirl gently until fully dissolved.
Store lyophilized at 2–8°C protected from light. Once reconstituted, use within 30 days.
For research use only.
What’s in the box
- 1 lyophilized vial
- Certificate of Analysis
- Desiccant pack
Product FAQ
Copper is essential for lysyl oxidase activity (collagen cross-linking) and superoxide dismutase function. GHK binds copper and delivers it to cells, enhancing these copper-dependent processes.
No. The copper(II) complexation is essential for most of GHK-Cu's studied biological activity. Free GHK peptide has significantly lower activity in most research models.
GHK-Cu is studied at relatively high concentrations in dermal and tissue repair models. The 50mg format accommodates multiple experiments from a single vial.