Within Europe this product is supplied including bacteriostatic water; outside Europe only the peptide vial is provided.
For research use only – not for human or veterinary use.
Product Overview
GHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide widely studied in laboratory research for its role in cellular signalling, extracellular matrix regulation and tissue-modelling pathways. This 50 mg lyophilized preparation is intended for controlled in-vitro research into peptide–metal complex behaviour and regulated biochemical signalling systems.
Peptide Overview
GHK (Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine) was first identified in the early 1970s during studies of plasma-derived peptides involved in tissue regulation. Subsequent research revealed its strong affinity for copper ions, forming the biologically relevant GHK-Cu complex.
Between 1980 and 2025 GHK-Cu has remained a central reference compound in research focused on cellular signalling, regenerative pathway modelling and structure–function relationships of peptide–metal complexes.
Historical Background and Scientific Context
Early research between 1970 and 1990 established GHK-Cu as a key signalling molecule in extracellular communication models. Its ability to form stable copper complexes contributed to its widespread adoption in laboratory studies exploring tissue remodelling, gene-expression signalling and regulated cellular responses.
From 2000 onward, GHK-Cu continued to be used extensively in controlled biochemical research due to its reproducible analytical profile and well-characterised structural properties.
Structural & Molecular Characteristics
• Amino-acid chain length: 3 amino acids
• Peptide family: copper-binding tripeptide
• Structural classification: linear peptide–metal complex
• Typical molecular weight: approximately 403 Da (peptide only)
• Functional domain: copper-mediated cellular signalling region
Mechanistic Focus in Research
- Peptide–metal complex signalling studies
- Extracellular matrix and tissue-modelling research
- Structure–function analysis of copper-binding peptides
- Cellular communication and regulatory pathway modelling
- Controlled in-vitro biochemical experimentation
Analytical Verification (COA)
Independent laboratory analysis performed by Liquilabs s.r.o. (Czechia) confirms full analytical validation for this batch. Testing confirms
greater than 99.8 % purity, with assay content verified at 56.8 mg. Endotoxin levels were confirmed below 0.001 EU/mg. No detectable microbial growth was observed. Heavy metals were not detected, including arsenic, cadmium, cobalt, lead, nickel, mercury or vanadium. Identity was confirmed by chromatographic retention time and spectral validation.
Grail Formula Quality
Every Grail Formula research peptide undergoes independent laboratory testing for purity, identity and analytical stability. All batches are verified for reproducibility, structural integrity and suitability for advanced laboratory research.
When You Choose Grail Formula…
Researchers receive fully documented peptides with batch-number traceability and independent COA verification. EU shipments include sterile bacteriostatic water; outside Europe only the peptide vial is supplied.
For research use only – not for human or veterinary use.