GHK-Cu 200mg

GHK-Cu Peptide 200mg for Laboratory Research

GHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide studied in biochemical, materials-science, and in-vitro research. It is also known as copper tripeptide-1 and is commonly written as GHK-Cu, GHKCu peptide, or peptide GHK-Cu.

This 200 mg product is supplied by Red Leaf Research Labs for controlled laboratory and analytical work. It is not a finished cosmetic, drug, therapeutic product, or material intended for administration.

Product details

• Material: GHK-Cu copper peptide
• Quantity: 200 mg
• Format: Lyophilized research material, as labelled
• Appearance: Characteristic blue colour associated with the copper complex
• Intended use: Laboratory and in-vitro research only
• Supplier: Red Leaf Research Labs, Canada

What is GHK-Cu?

GHK is the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine, formed from glycine, histidine, and lysine. GHK-Cu refers to the complex formed when this tripeptide binds a copper(II) ion. The copper ion and peptide ligand influence the complex’s chemical behaviour, colour, and interactions in experimental systems.

GHK was identified in human plasma during research associated with Loren Pickart. Subsequent studies have examined tripeptide GHK and its copper complex in cell signalling, extracellular-matrix models, and other laboratory contexts.

Research areas involving peptide GHK-Cu

Published research has investigated GHK-Cu in relation to collagen synthesis, gene expression, copper transport, cellular responses, hair-growth models, and wound-healing models. These terms describe areas of scientific investigation; they do not establish that this laboratory material treats a condition or produces a clinical or cosmetic result.

Study outcomes depend on the model, concentration, formulation, controls, and endpoints. Findings from cell cultures or preclinical models cannot automatically be applied to humans, animals, or finished topical products.

GHK-Cu versus a topical peptide product

This research material is not the same as a finished topical GHK-Cu cosmetic. A topical peptide formulation may contain additional solvents, stabilizers, preservatives, and delivery ingredients and must be assessed as a complete product. Do not use this page as formulation, dosing, or application guidance.

Identity and documentation

Researchers should verify the product label, lot information, available certificate of analysis, and any project-specific documentation before beginning work. Record the lot number and storage conditions as part of normal laboratory traceability procedures.

Storage and laboratory handling

• Keep the container tightly sealed.
• Protect it from heat, moisture, direct light, and unnecessary temperature cycling.
• Follow the storage conditions printed on the product label and supporting documentation.
• Use suitable laboratory controls and personal protective equipment for the planned procedure.
• Keep away from children, pets, food, and non-research materials.

Safety and interpretation

Long-term safety, side effects, and clinical outcomes cannot be inferred from the sale of a research material. GHK-Cu stimulates different responses under different experimental conditions, so results should be interpreted only within the tested model and protocol.

No claim is made that this product supports wound healing, collagen production, hair growth, skin repair, or any other outcome in a person or animal. Those phrases are included solely to describe common areas of published research.

Frequently asked questions

What does GHK-Cu stand for?

GHK represents glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine. “Cu” indicates a coordinated copper ion, commonly described as copper(II) or a Cu(II) ion.

Is GHK-Cu the same as copper tripeptide-1?

The names are often used for the same copper-peptide complex in research and ingredient literature. Researchers should still confirm the exact identity and specifications shown in the supplier documentation.

Is this a topical GHK-Cu product?

No. It is a laboratory research material and is not supplied as a finished topical cosmetic or therapeutic product.

Does this page provide a research protocol?

No. It provides product-identification and general research context only. Qualified researchers are responsible for approved protocols, controls, calculations, and institutional requirements.

For laboratory and in-vitro research only. Not intended for human or animal consumption, administration, injection, cosmetic application, diagnosis, treatment, or veterinary use.