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Cosmetic-science peptides for formulation research

KPV

Tissue-support research

KPV

The linear tripeptide lysine-proline-valine, supplied as a defined reference material for biochemical and analytical research.

  • Linear tripeptide: lysine, proline, valine
  • Defined purity specification
  • Useful as an analytical method reference

Research use only

KPV is a short linear peptide composed of the amino acids lysine, proline and valine, corresponding to the C-terminal tripeptide sequence of alpha-MSH. As a compact, well-defined sequence, it is frequently used as a reference point in biochemical and analytical method development.

In a research setting, KPV is typically used to establish or verify analytical methods, for example chromatographic separation or mass-spectrometric identification, before those methods are applied to more complex formulations or blends.

Lyomera supplies KPV with a stated purity specification and molecular profile, supported by batch-specific documentation available on request for identity and purity review.

Purity
≥99% by HPLC
CAS number
67727-97-3
Molecular weight
342.43 g/mol
Molecular formula
C16H30N4O4
Material class
3-amino-acid peptide
Appearance
White to off-white lyophilized powder
Available sizes
5mg
Documentation
Batch COA available on request

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