GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide)
A naturally occurring copper complex of the tripeptide Gly-His-Lys. GHK-Cu exhibits pleiotropic biological activity in research including collagen synthesis stimulation, antioxidant effects, anti-inflammatory modulation, and nerve growth factor (NGF) production — a key compound in tissue biology research.
Research Use Only. GHK-Cu (Copper Peptide) is sold exclusively for in vitro research and laboratory use by qualified scientists. Not for human consumption, veterinary use, or clinical administration.
Research Literature
Published Research
GHK-Cu is a copper-binding tripeptide naturally present in human plasma with pleiotropic effects on collagen synthesis, inflammation, and tissue remodeling.
GHK-Cu and skin regeneration: a comprehensive review
Key finding: GHK-Cu stimulates collagen and glycosaminoglycan synthesis while modulating inflammatory cytokine expression.
PubMed 25842374 ↗Copper peptide GHK-Cu activates wound healing genes
Key finding: Gene expression analysis revealed GHK-Cu activation of 31 tissue remodeling and repair pathways.
PubMed 24386560 ↗Anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties of GHK-Cu
Key finding: GHK-Cu downregulates inflammatory genes including TNF-alpha and IL-6 while upregulating antioxidant enzymes.
PubMed 22715374 ↗Same Category