AHK-Cu 1g (Topical, raw)

Description

AHK-Cu Powder 1g from Polaris Peptides is a lyophilised research peptide with over 99% purity confirmed by HPLC-MS. AHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide (also known as copper tripeptide-3, alanyl-histidyl-lysine copper), supplied vacuum-sealed and sold strictly for laboratory research.

At $45.00 this vial works out to $45.00 per gram.

What Is AHK-Cu Powder 1g?

AHK-Cu is the copper complex of alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine, a close relative of GHK-Cu with alanine in place of glycine. It is mainly studied in hair follicle and skin research, supplied here as 1 gram of raw powder for topical formulation work.

Published in-vitro work has looked at AHK-Cu’s effect on dermal papilla cells, the cells that regulate hair growth, and on fibroblast collagen production. That makes it a common candidate in hair-care and anti-ageing formulation research.

AHK-Cu Powder 1g Specifications

Product	AHK-Cu Powder 1g
Compound	AHK-Cu
Also known as	copper tripeptide-3, alanyl-histidyl-lysine copper
Class	Copper-binding tripeptide
Amount	1g
Form	Raw powder
Purity	>99% (HPLC-MS)
Packaging	Vacuum-sealed
Storage	−20 °C dry; 2–8 °C once reconstituted
SKU	PLAHKr

AHK-Cu Research Areas

Published studies on AHK-Cu cover several areas. The list below summarises the main ones so you can see where it fits your work.

• Hair follicle biology: dermal papilla cell growth and survival in culture.
• Collagen synthesis: fibroblast activity in skin models.
• Topical formulation: stability and delivery in hair and skin products.
• Copper peptide comparisons: testing alongside GHK-Cu.

Storing and Handling AHK-Cu Powder 1g

Keep AHK-Cu Powder 1g sealed, dry and away from light. Store it at −20 °C for long-term use. Once it is dissolved into a test formulation, keep that formulation chilled at 2–8 °C and note the pH, since peptides break down faster at extremes. Work with clean tools and gloves to avoid contaminating the bulk material.

Why Order AHK-Cu From Polaris Peptides

Every batch of AHK-Cu we sell is checked by HPLC-MS for identity and purity before it is listed. Vials are vacuum-sealed to keep moisture out and labelled with the exact amount. If you are comparing suppliers, ask for the batch analysis and check it against the label. That is the standard we hold ourselves to.

How AHK-Cu Powder 1g Is Tested

We use two methods together. High-performance liquid chromatography (HPLC) separates the contents of a sample so we can see how much of it is the target compound and how much is anything else, such as truncated sequences or leftover synthesis reagents. Mass spectrometry (MS) then weighs the molecules, which confirms that the main peak really is AHK-Cu and not a look-alike. A result above 99% on both counts is what earns a batch a place in our catalogue. Lots that fall short are not sold.

Related Research Peptides

Researchers working with AHK-Cu Powder 1g often look at GHK-Cu Raw Powder 1g (Topical Research Applications), SNAP8 10mg (Topical), GHK-CU 50mg, GHK (Basic) 50mg. Browse the full Topical Peptides collection, or see every compound in the peptide shop.

AHK-Cu Powder 1g FAQ

How is AHK-Cu different from GHK-Cu?

The first amino acid is alanine instead of glycine. AHK-Cu is studied more often for hair follicle research, GHK-Cu more often for skin and wound work.

Is AHK-Cu supplied as a vial?

No. This product is 1g of raw powder for topical formulation research.

What purity is AHK-Cu Powder 1g?

Over 99%, confirmed by HPLC-MS on every batch.

How should AHK-Cu be stored?

Sealed, dry, dark and at −20 °C. Formulations containing it should be kept chilled.

Is AHK-Cu Powder 1g for human use?

No. It is sold for laboratory and in-vitro research only. It is not a drug, food or cosmetic and is not for human or veterinary use.

References

Read the published research on AHK-Cu at PubMed (U.S. National Library of Medicine).

For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use. Not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA.