KPV 10mg

KPV is the Lys-Pro-Val tripeptide from the C-terminus of α-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). Its compact size, stability, and pathway interactions make it a staple reagent in research on inflammation control, immune signalling, epithelial/skin biology, and tissue repair.

Research focus

1. Inflammation and cytokine signalling

Laboratory work often centres on cytokine networks and melanocortin-linked immune control, including studies involving TNF-α, IL-1β, IL-6, and NF-κB pathway activity.

2. Skin matrix and barrier models

Dermatology-oriented experiments examine extracellular-matrix integrity, fibroblast activity linked to collagen turnover, and epithelial barrier homeostasis.

3. Wound and tissue-repair models

Investigators use KPV when studying tissue remodelling, local inflammatory tone at injury sites, and epithelial or connective-tissue recovery under controlled conditions.

4. Peptide handling advantages

Small size, solubility, and relative enzymatic stability support membrane-interaction, delivery, and bioavailability studies.

Conclusion

KPV is a focused research tool for inflammatory modulation, skin biology, and regenerative model systems—not a consumer or clinical product.

For laboratory research use only. Not approved for human or veterinary applications. Sold by My UK Peptides strictly for scientific research and education.

Storage: Store lyophilised material at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture. After reconstitution, aliquot to avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles. Reconstituted solutions are typically held at 4 °C for short laboratory use only.

Reconstitution: Reconstitute with bacteriostatic water under aseptic conditions unless the compound notes otherwise.

Technical information

• Synonyms: Lys-Pro-Val, α-MSH (11–13), KPV tripeptide
• Sequence: KPV
• Molecular weight: ~341.46 g/mol
• CAS: 67727-95-9