GHK-CU (Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper) is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide that has become one of the most extensively studied peptides in regenerative biology, extracellular matrix research, peptide chemistry, and cellular signaling. Researchers investigate GHK-CU in laboratory settings to better understand its interactions with biological pathways involved in tissue remodeling, cellular communication, protein regulation, and copper metabolism. Helix Bio supplies research-grade GHK-CU exclusively for laboratory, analytical, and educational research. This product is supplied strictly for research use only and is not intended for human consumption, veterinary use, therapeutic applications, or diagnostic procedures.
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GHK-CU, also known as Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper, is a naturally occurring tripeptide complex that binds copper ions. Since its identification in human plasma, it has attracted significant attention in peptide science because of its involvement in cellular signaling and extracellular matrix biology. Today, GHK-CU is widely investigated in molecular biology, regenerative science, tissue engineering, and peptide chemistry.
GHK-CU is a copper-binding tripeptide consisting of three amino acids — Glycine, Histidine, and Lysine — complexed with copper ions. Researchers have identified this peptide naturally in plasma, saliva, and urine, making it one of the most recognized endogenous copper peptides studied in modern molecular biology. Helix Bio's GHK-CU is supplied as a lyophilized powder in a sealed laboratory vial.
This product exists to support in vitro and laboratory research only. It is manufactured, labeled, and sold for research use only (RUO) — not for human or veterinary use, not for diagnostic procedures, and not for compounding. It is intended for researchers studying extracellular matrix biology, copper transport mechanisms, gene regulation, and tissue engineering models.
Reliable scientific research depends on consistent peptide quality. Helix Bio manufactures research-grade GHK-CU with careful attention to production quality, consistency, and product integrity, supporting controlled laboratory studies in biotechnology companies, pharmaceutical research organizations, universities, and analytical laboratories.
This product is not intended for individual consumers seeking to use it outside a research setting.
| Field | Detail |
|---|---|
| Product Name | GHK-CU (Glycyl-L-Histidyl-L-Lysine Copper) |
| Category | Research Peptide — Copper-Binding Tripeptide |
| Molecular Class | Synthetic Copper Peptide |
| Appearance | Lyophilized powder |
| Purity | High-purity research grade — see current lot's Certificate of Analysis where available |
| Storage | Store refrigerated before reconstitution; freezer temperatures recommended for long-term storage |
| Packaging | Sealed laboratory vial |
| Research Use | Laboratory, analytical, and scientific research only |
| Manufacturer | Helix Bio |
GHK-CU has become a valuable research tool across multiple scientific disciplines, including studies involving:
Much of the available evidence remains within laboratory and preclinical research, and additional scientific investigation is necessary to further characterize GHK-CU's biological mechanisms. Everything sold by Helix Bio is intended for laboratory research only, not for administration to humans or animals.
Reliable scientific research depends on consistent peptide quality. Variations in synthesis, purity, storage, or handling can influence experimental reproducibility and analytical accuracy. Helix Bio manufactures research-grade GHK-CU with careful attention to production quality, consistency, and product integrity throughout manufacturing.
GHK-CU is packaged in a securely sealed laboratory vial with protective shipping materials designed to minimize environmental exposure. Researchers should inspect each vial upon receipt. Shipping methods, delivery times, and regional availability may vary — refer to Helix Bio's shipping and support pages for current information.
GHK-CU sold by Helix Bio is intended strictly for laboratory, analytical, and scientific research use. It is not a drug, dietary supplement, cosmetic, or food product, and it is not approved by the FDA or any regulatory body for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, cure, or prevention of any disease or condition. This product must not be administered to humans or animals outside of a properly licensed research facility. Nothing on this page constitutes medical advice, and no statement here should be interpreted as a therapeutic or health claim. By purchasing this product, the buyer confirms they are a qualified researcher, laboratory, or institution acquiring it for lawful research purposes only, and accepts full responsibility for compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations governing research chemicals.
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