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α-MSH

Also: Alpha-Melanocyte Stimulating Hormone

Natural parent of melanotan-class peptides.

Evidence

emerging

Legal status

research only

Half-life

~2 minutes

Routes

subq

US-sourcedHPLC testedLot-traceableView this lot's COA →

What it is

α-MSH is the body's native MC1R/MC4R ligand. It's used in research as the canonical reference compound for melanotan-class effects.

Mechanism

Endogenous melanocortin receptor agonist driving pigmentation and appetite regulation.

Outcomes it's matched to

Tan
Natural Tan & Pigmentation
Endogenous MC1R activation.
STRENGTH
65%
Fat loss
Fat Loss & Body Composition
Central appetite suppression via MC4R.
STRENGTH
50%

Safety

Flushing, nausea similar to MT-II.

Legal context

Research use only.

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