Description
Regulatory Boundary Notice
Melanotan I (MT-1) shares its amino acid sequence with afamelanotide, the active substance in Scenesse® (authorised by the EMA for erythropoietic protoporphyria). The Core Research MT-1 10mg Pen is a research-grade preparation supplied exclusively for in vitro laboratory research.
MT-1 10mg Pen — Melanocortin Research Peptide Dispensing Format
The MT-1 10mg Pen is a pen-format research preparation of Melanotan I (MT-1, afamelanotide sequence), supplied as a pre-loaded cartridge for use with the Core Research Reusable Metal Peptide Pen v3 dispensing device. Each pen contains 10mg of MT-1 in a pen cartridge. The compound chemistry, analytical specification, and research context are documented on the canonical MT-1 10mg vial product page. Batch-specific analytical documentation is available through the Core Research CoA Portal.
Format Specification
| Attribute | Specification | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Format | Pen cartridge — research dispensing format | Pre-loaded cartridge for use with Reusable Metal Peptide Pen v3 |
| Compound | Melanotan I (MT-1) — linear α-MSH analogue | Verify exact sequence, salt/counter-ion and CAS against batch-specific CoA |
| Nominal Mass | 10mg MT-1 | Verify against batch-specific CoA |
| Purity (RP-HPLC) | ≥99.0% | Compound-level CoA; verify against batch documentation |
| Identity (ESI-MS) | Confirmed | Compound-level CoA; verify against batch documentation |
| Compatible Device | Reusable Metal Peptide Pen v3 | Device page |
| Intended Use | Laboratory research dispensing | Research use only; not for human or veterinary administration |
Batch Documentation
Compound-level CoA documentation is available via the Core Research CoA Portal. A compound-level CoA documents the peptide chemistry and does not constitute a finished-format batch record or device QC certificate.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between MT-1 and MT-2?
MT-1 (Melanotan I) is a linear α-MSH analogue. MT-2 (Melanotan II) is a cyclic analogue with different receptor selectivity and pharmacological properties. Refer to the Melanotan I vs Melanotan II Lab Comparison for further information.
Research Use Only. MT-1 10mg Pen is supplied for in vitro laboratory research only. Not the authorised medicinal product Scenesse®. Not for human or veterinary administration.
Research context
The published literature on this material is summarised in the laboratory guides linked below. This record describes the material as supplied: identity, format, analytics, storage and documentation. It does not describe effects, and none should be inferred from the catalogue category.
For Research Use Only
MT-1 10mg Pen is supplied exclusively for in vitro laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary administration. Not an injection device for clinical or personal use. This material is not the authorised medicinal product Scenesse® (afamelanotide).
