GHK-Cu / AHK-Cu 99% (laboratory and cosmetic R&D use) supplier specification
Nutrition BioTech is a bulk copper tripeptide ingredient supplier and manufacturer, supplying GHK-Cu (copper tripeptide-1, CAS 89030-95-5) and AHK-Cu hydrochloride (CAS 682809-81-0) at 99% minimum by HPLC, produced by solid-phase peptide synthesis followed by copper complexation, for B2B laboratory and cosmetic research and development use.
These materials are supplied for laboratory and topical cosmetic development work, not as dietary ingredients. AHK-Cu is supplied in the hydrochloride form. Because a metal complex is not fully described by a single purity figure, peptide purity, peptide content and copper content are reported separately on the Certificate of Analysis, alongside cold-chain handling guidance.
| Ingredient name | GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu hydrochloride copper tripeptides, 99% (laboratory and cosmetic R&D use). INCI names: Copper Tripeptide-1 (GHK-Cu) and Copper Tripeptide-3 (AHK-Cu). |
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| Synonyms | GHK-Cu: copper tripeptide-1; glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper(II) complex; prezatide copper. AHK-Cu: alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper(II) complex hydrochloride. INCI name: Copper Tripeptide-3. |
| CAS number | GHK-Cu: 89030-95-5. AHK-Cu (hydrochloride, as supplied): 682809-81-0. |
| Molecular formula | GHK-Cu: C14H22CuN6O4. AHK-Cu hydrochloride: C15H25ClCuN6O4. |
| Molecular weight | GHK-Cu: 401.91 g/mol. AHK-Cu hydrochloride: 452.40 g/mol. |
| Assay / purity | 99% minimum by HPLC, stated on the Certificate of Analysis for each lot. Peptide content and copper content are reported separately from HPLC purity. |
| Source / production route | Solid-phase peptide synthesis of the tripeptide followed by controlled complexation with copper(II) and purification. AHK-Cu is isolated as the hydrochloride. |
| Appearance | Blue to deep blue-violet powder (colour reflects the copper(II) complex) |
| Solubility | Soluble in water; the complex is pH sensitive and can dissociate outside the working pH range, so buffer choice and chelator compatibility should be confirmed for the intended base. |
| Typical applications | Topical cosmetic and scalp development bases, serums and micro-formulation work, and laboratory research use in B2B settings. Supplied for laboratory and cosmetic R&D use, not offered as a dietary ingredient. |
| Storage and handling | Cool, dry, dark storage with cold-chain shipping where specified; protect from heat, light, moisture and reducing agents. Handling and re-test guidance is issued with each lot. |
| Documentation | Certificate of Analysis, specification sheet, identity by HPLC and mass spectrometry, peptide content, copper content, heavy metals, microbiological testing, residual solvents, allergen statement, GMO statement, storage and stability data |
| Quality system | ISO 22000:2018, FSSC 22000, HACCP and GMP (certificates provided on request) |
| Supplier | Nutrition BioTech, 1601 W. Mission Blvd, Suite 103 (DL#29), Pomona, CA 91766, United States |
GHK-Cu/AHK-Cu (Lab use)
GHK-Cu and AHK-Cu peptide actives for skin, scalp and cosmetic R&D applications.
Why brands ask for it
GHK-Cu/AHK-Cu are technical peptide actives for skin longevity, scalp and cosmetic R&D projects. Nutrition BioTech supports peptide identity, purity, storage guidance and technical documentation for formulators developing topical concepts.
Finished-product fit
Skin renewal, scalp/hair cosmetic innovation, micro-infusion, topical R&D. The strongest conversations start with format, serving size, documentation, and how the material behaves in the intended formula.
What makes the sample useful
- High-purity peptide documentation
- Cold-chain/storage guidance
- Cosmetic R&D and topical positioning
Before the sample ships
- Confirm active marker, assay method, and specification range.
- Review stability expectations and storage conditions for the finished format.
- Confirm copper content.
- Confirm suitable for topical.
- Confirm it supplement or cosmetic.
File Package
Ask for the material files that match your market, dosage form, and internal review process.
Available documents may include: COA / Specification / Allergen Statement / GMO Statement / Vegan Statement / Heavy Metals / Microbial Limits / Manufacturing Flow Chart / Residual Solvent / Country of Origin / Composition Statement.
Regulatory & Facility Support
Product-specific regulatory information may include Self-GRAS, NDI/NDIN, GRAS, ODI, or regulatory review notes, depending on the ingredient and target market.
Facility and quality system support may include Kosher, Halal, HACCP, ISO 22000, PCQI, c-GMP, NSF and other applicable certificates upon request.
