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Cellular Response & Matrix Biology · Evidence Level III

GHK-Cu

Copper-binding tripeptide

GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide complex studied in extracellular-matrix biology, wound models, gene-expression research, skin biology, inflammation, and tissue remodeling.

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

Form

Lyophilized

Available strengths

50 mg · 100 mg

Research class

Cellular Response & Matrix Biology

Evidence grade

Level III

Limited or preliminary human evidence

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Scientific overview

GHK-Cu is a naturally occurring copper-binding tripeptide complex studied in extracellular-matrix biology, wound models, gene-expression research, skin biology, inflammation, and tissue remodeling.

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Mechanism under investigation

GHK binds copper ions and may influence matrix metalloproteinases, collagen-related pathways, antioxidant signaling, inflammatory mediators, and gene expression in experimental systems.

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Research evidence summary

Meaningful topical and preclinical literature; systemic human evidence is limited.

Level III, Limited human evidence

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Key research limitations

Evidence depends on route, formulation, copper stoichiometry, and product identity. Topical findings do not establish systemic effects.

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Safety & toxicology context

Potential concerns include copper-related toxicity, local irritation, contamination, oxidative effects, and uncertain systemic pharmacology.

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Regulatory & development status

No broadly approved injectable GHK-Cu drug product; exact formulation and intended route are regulatory determinants.

Supplied strictly for in-vitro and ex-vivo laboratory research. Not for human or veterinary administration, diagnostic, or therapeutic use. Import and regulatory compliance remain the responsibility of the receiving researcher.

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Available research formats

  • GHK-Cu, 50 mgLyophilized
  • GHK-Cu, 100 mgLyophilized
  • GHK-Cu, 3 mg × 60Capsule
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Lot documentation

Every Cendrix lot ships with an HPLC purity chromatogram, mass-spectrometry identity confirmation, appearance and reconstitution observations, and endotoxin testing where applicable. Lot certificates are retrievable from the Quality page using the lot number printed on the vial.

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Curated references

External searches link to PubMed, ClinicalTrials.gov, Google Scholar, and FDA records. Cendrix does not endorse interpretations published in third-party sources.

Editorial provenance

Last scientific review
June 2026
Literature search through
June 2026
Regulatory review status
Pending counsel approval

Persistent disclaimer

For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, or personal experimentation. This content summarizes published research and is not medical advice.