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Total Price $306.62
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  • GMP-Certified Manufacturing — USA facility, ISO 9001:2015
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For Research Use only
Form
Lyophilized Powder
Storage
-20°C Long Term
Purity (HPLC)
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Manufacture
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Reagent documentation

Scientific description

Structure, physicochemical data, analytical verification and safety documentation for GHK-Cu. Supplied for in-vitro laboratory research only.

Reagent overview

Reagent
GHK-Cu
Composition
50 mg, 100 mg vial sizes: GHK-Cu
Form
Lyophilised powder, sealed vial
Chromatographic purity, current lot
>99.80%
CAS
89030-95-5
Lot on file
V260423-7Released 5/11/2026
Testing laboratory
Vanguard Laboratory, ISO/IEC 17025:2017, A2LA #6377.01.01
Download COA (PDF) Verify with Vanguard Laboratory Lot record in the Testing Library

Molecular structure

Two-dimensional structures generated with RDKit and drawn in the site palette. Tap a drawing to enlarge it. Below each drawing, the residue chain in one-letter code with the three-letter name and position; colours mark the side-chain class, a dashed outline marks a D-residue or a non-proteinogenic residue (lower-case letters are D-residues).

Acidic (Asp, Glu)Basic (Lys, Arg, His)Polar uncharged (Ser, Thr, Asn, Gln, Cys, Tyr)Hydrophobic (Ala, Val, Leu, Ile, Met, Phe, Trp)Gly / ProD- or non-proteinogenic residue

GHK-Cu Copper(II) complex of glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine

2D structure drawing of GHK-CuTap to enlarge

2D depiction, C14H23CuN6O4, generated from the PubChem connection table, CID 71587328.

HGGly1HHis2KLys3OHCu(II)

H-Gly-His-Lys-OH

Physicochemical data

Formula, masses and identifiers from PubChem where a record exists, checked against an independent RDKit calculation and, for peptides, against the residue sequence. Theoretical pI, net charge at pH 7.4, GRAVY and the 280 nm extinction coefficient are calculated with Biopython ProtParam on the residue chain (Bjellqvist pK set; Kyte-Doolittle; Gill and von Hippel) and are marked "calculated"; they are not given where the chain contains non-proteinogenic residues.

GHK-Cu

Molecular formula
C14H23CuN6O4 (salt / complex as in the PubChem record)
Average molecular weight
402.92 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
402.108 Da
CAS number
89030-95-5
Sequence length
3 residues
PubChem CID
71587328
InChIKey
NZWIFMYRRCMYMN-ACMTZBLWSA-M
Peptide class
Copper(II) complex of the tripeptide Gly-His-Lys (1:1)
Appearance
Blue to violet lyophilised powder
Solubility
Soluble in water (supplier specification); quantitative solubility not determined
Storage and handling
Store at -20 °C, desiccated and protected from light. The sealed powder tolerates short periods at ambient temperature during shipping.
Shelf life
Refer to the lot Certificate of Analysis; re-test date assigned per lot

Analytical verification, lot V260423-7

Tests reported for the current lot on file by Vanguard Laboratory, ISO/IEC 17025:2017, A2LA #6377.01.01 (released 5/11/2026): reversed-phase HPLC with UV detection (chromatographic purity by peak area, content against the label claim); LAL bacterial endotoxin; ICP-MS heavy metals. Only the tests listed below are part of this lot's report.

HPLC-UV chromatogram from the Certificate of Analysis, lot V260423-7Tap to enlarge

HPLC-UV chromatogram, full trace, from page 1 of the lot Certificate of Analysis (diode-array detector, 214 nm).

TestMethodResult
Chromatographic purityHPLC-UV/VIS>99.80%
Content (label claim 50 mg)HPLC-UV/VIS50.98 mg
Bacterial endotoxinLAL<5.00 EU/mg (LAL, USP <85>)
Heavy metalsICP-MSArsenic (As) 0.04 ppm, Cadmium (Cd) ND, Lead (Pb) ND, Mercury (Hg) ND
Purity reports Endotoxin reports Residual solvent reports Manufacturing process

Published research

Summaries of published papers, written for qualified researchers. They describe the published work, not this product.

Peptide chemistryGHK-Cu: copper(II) coordination chemistry of the Gly-His-Lys tripeptide, a published study summaryRead study →

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

GHS-format safety data sheet, 16 sections. Revision 2026-11-04, version 1.0. "No data available" is stated wherever no measured data exist for the substance.

Download SDS (PDF)GHK-Cu, CAS 89030-95-5
1.Identification
Product identifier
GHK-Cu
CAS number
89030-95-5
Product form
Lyophilised peptide, supplied by Licensed Peptides in sealed research packaging; the format of each product (vial, blend component, encapsulated research formulation or atomized solution) is stated on its product page.
Recommended use
Laboratory research reagent for in-vitro use by qualified researchers
Restrictions on use
Not for human or veterinary use. Not a drug, food, cosmetic or household product.
Supplier
Licensed Peptides, Inc., 1489 W Palmetto Park Rd, Boca Raton, FL 33486, USA
Supplier contact
service@licensedpeptides.com, +1 (855) 322-2214 (Mon to Fri, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM ET)
Emergency telephone
+1 (855) 322-2214 (Mon to Fri, 8:30 AM to 6:30 PM ET). For a medical emergency contact local emergency services or a poison control centre.
2.Hazard identification
GHS classification
Not classified under GHS (Rev. 9) on the basis of the data available for this substance.
Signal word
None
Hazard statements
None assigned
Precautionary statements
None assigned. Handle as a laboratory chemical of unknown toxicity: avoid dust formation, avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing, do not swallow.
Other hazards
Fine lyophilised powder may form dust. No data available on other hazards.
3.Composition / information on ingredients
Substance / mixture
Substance (synthetic peptide Cu(II) complex)
Chemical name
H-Gly-His-Lys-OH (Cu(II) complex)
Sequence (one-letter)
GHK
Sequence (three-letter)
H-Gly-His-Lys-OH
CAS number
89030-95-5
Molecular formula
C14H23CuN6O4
Concentration
Content as stated on the lot Certificate of Analysis (see /lab-reports/).
Impurities contributing to classification
None known
4.First-aid measures
General advice
Show this safety data sheet to the attending physician. Remove contaminated clothing.
If inhaled
Move the person to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, obtain medical attention.
In case of skin contact
Wash with plenty of soap and water. Obtain medical attention if irritation develops or persists.
In case of eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Obtain medical attention if irritation persists.
If swallowed
Rinse mouth with water. Do not induce vomiting. Obtain medical attention.
Most important effects, acute and delayed
No data available.
Indication of immediate medical attention
No data available. Care at the discretion of the attending physician.
5.Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide or alcohol-resistant foam, chosen for the surrounding fire.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
None known.
Specific hazards
Organic powder; combustion may release carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides and copper oxides.
Advice for fire-fighters
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full fire-fighting gear.
6.Accidental release measures
Personal precautions
Avoid dust formation. Wear gloves, eye protection and a laboratory coat. Ensure adequate ventilation.
Environmental precautions
Do not let the substance enter drains. Quantities supplied are milligram scale.
Containment and clean-up
Sweep up or wipe with a damp cloth without creating dust, place in a closed container for disposal, then clean the area with water.
7.Handling and storage
Precautions for safe handling
Handle in a laboratory setting by trained personnel. Avoid dust formation and contact with skin and eyes. Wash hands after handling. Keep the vial closed when not in use.
Conditions for safe storage
Store lyophilised at -20 °C in the original sealed vial, desiccated and protected from light. Keep away from strong oxidising agents. Short periods at ambient temperature during shipping are tolerated by the lyophilised powder.
Specific end use
Laboratory research reagent only.
8.Exposure controls / personal protection
Occupational exposure limits
None established for this substance.
Engineering controls
Handle the powder in a fume hood or ventilated enclosure. Eyewash station and safety shower should be available.
Eye / face protection
Safety glasses with side shields or chemical goggles (EN 166 or ANSI Z87.1).
Skin protection
Nitrile gloves inspected before use; laboratory coat.
Respiratory protection
Not normally required when handled in a fume hood. For dust-forming operations outside a hood use a particulate respirator (N95 or P2 type).
Hygiene measures
Do not eat, drink or smoke in the laboratory. Wash hands after handling.
9.Physical and chemical properties
Appearance
Blue to violet lyophilised powder
Odour
Odourless
Molecular formula
C14H23CuN6O4
Molecular weight (average)
402.92 g/mol
Monoisotopic mass
402.108 Da
Solubility
Soluble in water (supplier specification). Quantitative solubility: no data available.
pH, melting point, boiling point, flash point, vapour pressure, density, partition coefficient, auto-ignition temperature, decomposition temperature, viscosity
No data available
Flammability
No data available (organic powder, not expected to be readily flammable)
10.Stability and reactivity
Reactivity
No data available.
Chemical stability
Stable under the recommended storage conditions (lyophilised, -20 °C, desiccated, protected from light).
Possibility of hazardous reactions
None known.
Conditions to avoid
Moisture, prolonged exposure to light and elevated temperature; repeated freeze-thaw of solutions.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidising agents, strong acids and bases.
Hazardous decomposition products
None known under normal storage. Combustion: carbon oxides and nitrogen oxides.
11.Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
No data available for this substance (all exposure routes).
Skin corrosion / irritation
No data available.
Serious eye damage / irritation
No data available.
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
No data available.
Germ cell mutagenicity
No data available.
Carcinogenicity
No data available. Not listed by IARC, NTP or OSHA.
Reproductive toxicity
No data available.
Specific target organ toxicity (single and repeated exposure)
No data available.
Aspiration hazard
No data available.
Additional information
This safety data sheet does not describe biological activity. The substance has not been evaluated for any use other than in-vitro laboratory research.
12.Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
No data available.
Persistence and degradability
No data available. As a peptide it is expected to be hydrolysed by environmental proteases.
Bioaccumulative potential
No data available.
Mobility in soil
No data available.
Other adverse effects
No data available.
13.Disposal considerations
Waste from residues
Dispose of as laboratory chemical waste through a licensed waste disposal contractor in accordance with local, state and federal regulations. Do not discharge to drains.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product. Rinsed glass vials may be recycled where local rules allow.
14.Transport information
UN number
Not assigned
UN proper shipping name
Not regulated as a dangerous good
Transport hazard class
Not applicable (DOT, IATA, IMDG)
Packing group
Not applicable
Environmental hazards
Not classified as a marine pollutant
Special precautions
Ship cold-packed; the lyophilised powder tolerates short periods at ambient temperature.
15.Regulatory information
United States (FDA)
This substance is not approved by the US Food and Drug Administration as a drug, food, dietary supplement or cosmetic. It is supplied for in-vitro laboratory research only and is not for human or veterinary use.
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Not classified as hazardous on the basis of available data.
TSCA (US)
Not evaluated. Supplied in research quantities only.
SARA 302 / 313, California Proposition 65
Not listed.
Other
Purchaser must be 21 years of age or older and a qualified researcher. The product may not be used in or on humans or animals.
16.Other information
Revision date
2026-11-04
Version
1.0
Prepared by
Licensed Peptides, Inc. (regulatory and quality documentation)
Data sources
PubChem CID 71587328 (formula, average and monoisotopic mass, InChIKey NZWIFMYRRCMYMN-ACMTZBLWSA-M); lot Certificate of Analysis for purity and content; GHS Revision 9 for section structure.
Disclaimer
The information in this safety data sheet is believed to be accurate as of the revision date and is provided for guidance on safe handling, storage and disposal in a laboratory setting. It is not a specification and does not constitute a warranty. The recipient is responsible for determining the suitability of the substance for the intended research application and for compliance with all applicable regulations.
Intended use. This product is not a drug, food, dietary supplement or cosmetic. It is supplied as a lyophilised laboratory reagent for in-vitro research by qualified researchers only and is not for human or veterinary use. The statements on this page have not been evaluated by the US Food and Drug Administration, and the product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. Purchasers must be 21 years of age or older. Licensed Peptides is a chemical supplier, not a pharmacy.
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Research Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

GHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide made from glycine, histidine, and lysine. This particular peptide binds with a copper ion, which creates a peptide-metal complex that researchers can examine in biochemical and cell-based studies.

Researchers study GHK-Cu in laboratory models for a number of reasons:

• Copper coordination (how the GHK peptide binds and transports copper ions)

• Cell signaling (how it delivers messages to direct cellular action, such as repairing damaged structures)

• Fibroblast activity (how GHK-Cu affects the primary builder cells in connective tissue and skin)

• Extracellular-matrix processes (how GHK-Cu helps manage and rebuild the structure that surrounds cells)

• Gene expression (the ability for GHK-Cu to turn specific genes “on” and “off”)

Yes, GHK-Cu occurs naturally. It was first isolated in 1973 from human blood plasma by biochemist Dr. Loren Pickart. As well as blood plasma, researchers have identified GHK and its copper-bound complex in biological systems. Naturally occurring levels vary according to the biological material being measured, in addition to the analytical method.

Copper is important in GHK-Cu research because it’s the central metal component of the GHK-Cu complex. Researchers are interested in examining how GHK binds and transports copper and how this interaction affects biochemical signaling under controlled experimental conditions.

Some cell-culture studies have examined GHK-Cu in relation to fibroblast activity, collagen production, and extracellular-matrix signaling, all of which link to collagen-related pathways.

LPS stands for “lipopolysaccharide”, a component of certain bacterial cell walls. LPS is an endotoxin; even tiny trace amounts can bring unwanted variables into sensitive laboratory assays, which causes skewed experiments and ruined data. Because of this, laboratories use endotoxin testing to assess the presence of LPS. At Licensed Peptides, we ensure all GHK-Cu undergo endotoxin screening to ensure the peptide’s purity and quality.

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• Analytical method
• Chromatographic purity
• Measured quantity
• Applicable heavy-metal results

Here at Licensed Peptides, we supply GHK-Cu as a lyophilized research material. When preparing for laboratory research, ensure you select solvents, buffers, and working concentrations according to:

• The selected experimental model
• Validated laboratory procedures
• The analytical method you require
• The intended assay conditions
• The accompanying product documentation

If you would like more general laboratory information, you can refer to our Peptide Solubility Guide.

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