SS-31
Research Compound
$47
| Pack size | 1 vial, size selected above |
| Also known as | Elamipretide; MTP-131 |
| Compound type | Synthetic tetrapeptide; cardiolipin-binding |
| Sequence | D-Arg-Dmt-Lys-Phe-NH2 (Dmt = 2′,6′-dimethyltyrosine) |
| Molecular formula | C32H49N9O5 |
| Molecular weight | 639.8 g/mol |
| CAS number | 736992-21-5 |
| Form | Lyophilized powder |
| Purity | 99% Pure |
| Storage | Store lyophilized powder at -20°C. Once reconstituted, refrigerate at 2-8°C and use within the timeframe indicated by your lab protocol. |
| Intended use | Laboratory research only |
This product is sold exclusively for laboratory research use by qualified professionals and institutions. It is not a drug, food, cosmetic, or dietary supplement, and is not approved for use in humans or animals. Handling must be performed only by trained personnel in a controlled research setting.
Research overview
SS-31 (elamipretide) is a synthetic tetrapeptide that binds with high affinity to cardiolipin, a phospholipid of the inner mitochondrial membrane, and inhibits cytochrome c peroxidase activity. It is studied in research on mitochondrial function and oxidative stress.
Research areas
- Mitochondrial membrane biology
- Oxidative stress
- Cardiolipin–cytochrome c interactions
Sources
Handling and storage
Store lyophilized powder at -20°C. Once reconstituted, refrigerate at 2-8°C and use within the timeframe indicated by your lab protocol.