Frequently Asked Questions
Melanotan 1 peptide is a synthetic 13-amino-acid analog of human alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH). It is also known as afamelanotide or MT-1. The compound was originally developed in the 1980s at the University of Arizona. Velora supplies it as a 10mg lyophilized research compound for in vitro and preclinical investigation only.
Melanotan 1 (13 amino acids, linear) shows preferential binding for the melanocortin-1 receptor (MC1R), which is principally involved in pigmentation pathways. Melanotan 2 (7 amino acids, cyclic) binds across the broader melanocortin receptor family (MC1R through MC5R), which gives it a wider activity profile in published research. Melanotan 1 is FDA-approved as Scenesse for erythropoietic protoporphyria. Melanotan 2 is not approved for any indication. Both are supplied by Velora as research compounds only, not for human use.
No. Scenesse (afamelanotide acetate, Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals) is an FDA-approved subcutaneous implant for the reduction of phototoxicity in adult patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria. Velora Research’s Melanotan 1 peptide is a research-grade compound for in vitro and preclinical laboratory investigation only. The two products are not interchangeable, and Velora’s product is not for any therapeutic use.
No. Velora Research supplies the Melanotan 1 peptide strictly for laboratory research conducted by qualified institutions and research professionals. The product is not packaged or quality-controlled for personal, cosmetic, tanning, nutritional, or therapeutic use. Purchasers confirm research-use-only intent at checkout.
Every batch is independently tested by a third-party analytical laboratory using HPLC for purity and mass spectrometry for identity confirmation. The Certificate of Analysis is published on our /coas/ page and linked from this product page by batch number.
Store the lyophilized vial sealed at -20°C in a dry, dark environment. Once reconstituted with bacteriostatic water, refrigerate at 2 to 8°C and use within the stability window established by the research protocol. Avoid repeat freeze-thaw cycles.
Velora Research lists Melanotan 1 peptide 10mg at a sale price of $29.99 USD (regular price $35.00). Free US shipping applies on orders over $200. Pricing reflects research-grade HPLC and mass-spec verification.
Velora Research accepts international orders for laboratory research use only. Buyers are responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable local, state, and national regulations in their jurisdiction prior to purchasing.
⚖️ Compliance & Disclaimer
All products sold by Velora Research are intended solely for scientific research use in laboratory settings. Velora’s Melanotan 1 peptide is supplied for in vitro and preclinical investigation and is not for human or veterinary use, not for food, drug, cosmetic, tanning, or therapeutic application. The Melanotan 1 compound, marketed pharmaceutically as Scenesse by Clinuvel Pharmaceuticals, is FDA-approved only for the reduction of phototoxicity in adult patients with erythropoietic protoporphyria. Velora Research’s product is a distinct research-grade compound, not the Scenesse pharmaceutical, and is not for any therapeutic use. By purchasing Melanotan 1 peptide 10mg, you confirm that you are a qualified researcher or institutional buyer aged 21 or older and accept full responsibility for the safe, legal, and ethical handling of these materials. All sales are final.
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