GHK-Cu

Scientific Data

CAS Number

49557-75-7

Molecular Formula

C₁₄H₂₄CuN₆O₄

Molecular Weight

403.91 g/mol

Aliases

Copper Peptide, GHK Copper, Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine copper

Category

Healing

Description

GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper complex consisting of the tripeptide glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine bound to a copper ion. It is found endogenously in human plasma, saliva, and urine, with plasma concentrations declining significantly with age. Research has focused on its role in wound healing mechanisms, collagen and glycosaminoglycan synthesis, angiogenesis, and antioxidant activity. Studies have also examined its role in gene expression regulation, with research identifying effects on a broad range of genes associated with tissue remodelling and anti-inflammatory pathways. It is supplied in lyophilised form for research purposes.