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KPV

Alpha-MSH Fragment Research Peptide
KPV
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Third-Party Testing

We use third-party testing to give you a clearer look at identity, purity, and batch consistency before a product reaches your lab. Our testing is done by ILS Labs.

LatestISO 170257x testing
99.00%
Purity
QC panel pending
Variant
10MG
Lot #
Pending
Labeled
10MG
Actual
Pending
Tested
Pending
Standard full QC panel
7x tested
ISO/IEC 17025 accredited
Purity 99.00%
Net Peptide Content Pending
Identity Pending
HPLC Conformity Pending
Heavy Metals Pending
Sterility Pending
Endotoxin Pending

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Compound Information

Reference details for molecular identification, handling conditions, and storage guidance.

Molecular profile

Structural identifiers and catalog-level compound reference data.

Identity
Molecular Details
Type
Synthetic tripeptide
CAS Number
67727-97-3
Molecular Weight
342.43 g/mol
Amino Acids
3 (tripeptide)
Sequence
KPV
Formula
C16H30N4O4
PubChem Database

Alternate names

Common catalog aliases and related compound naming.

Aliases
  • Lysine-Proline-Valine
  • Alpha-MSH (11-13)
  • α-MSH C-Terminal Fragment
  • CAS: 67727-97-3

Stability & storage

Storage states and handling notes for controlled laboratory workflows.

Storage
Storage States
  • Lyophilized (powder)
    -20°C/2 years when properly stored
  • Reconstituted
    2-8°C/use within 30 days
Storage Tips
  • Protect from light
    Keep the vial away from direct sunlight and bright lab light.
  • Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles
    Avoid repeated temperature swings once the vial is stored.
  • Store sealed until ready for laboratory use
    Keep sealed until ready for controlled laboratory use.

Product overview

Scientific context and research-use framing for this catalog material.

Overview

KPV is a tripeptide sequence, Lys-Pro-Val, derived from the C-terminal region of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone. As a short peptide fragment, it is useful in laboratory research involving alpha-MSH-related peptide signaling, peptide sequence characterization, and melanocortin-adjacent pathway models.

The literature around KPV discusses alpha-MSH-related peptides, NF-kappaB-associated pathway models, MAP kinase-associated systems, and peptide transport mechanisms. These research areas make KPV relevant to controlled studies of short peptide fragments and cellular signaling systems. PMC

Researchers may use KPV in laboratory workflows involving alpha-MSH fragment research, PepT1-associated pathway models, and cellular signaling characterization. The strongest research framing is sequence identity, peptide-fragment biology, and pathway-model relevance.

For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.

Clinical & preclinical references

Peer-reviewed studies referenced for educational purposes only. Not intended as medical advice or product claims.

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