AHK-Cu is a copper(II) complex of the tripeptide L-alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine (Ala–His–Lys). It has been investigated in cultured dermal papilla cells and isolated human hair follicles, and is supplied as a lyophilised research material.
Research material only
This material is not supplied as a medicine, treatment, cosmetic, supplement or consumer product. It is not for human or veterinary use, consumption or administration, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.
Compound overview
Research context
A 2007 study examined AHK-Cu in cell culture and isolated human hair follicles. These preclinical models do not establish hair-growth benefits or safety in people. See the Research tab for the primary publication and its limitations.
Batch documentation
Independent analytical documentation is published where available for specific batches and variations. A result indicator appears only when a published record is available. Match the vial size and batch identifier to the corresponding report before relying on any result.
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Supply and laboratory handling
- Supplied in the vial size selected above.
- Keep the sealed lyophilised vial dry and protected from direct light.
- A cool, dry place, refrigerator or freezer may be used according to the intended storage duration, compound-specific information and your laboratory’s validated procedure.
- Use clean laboratory technique and equipment appropriate to the intended analytical method.
- Follow the lot-specific documentation and your laboratory’s validated handling and storage procedures.
- Avoid repeated temperature cycling and unnecessary exposure to moisture.
Where a batch document or supplier specification gives different instructions, the lot-specific document takes precedence.
Frequently asked questions
What is AHK-Cu?
AHK-Cu is a copper(II) complex of the tripeptide L-alanyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine. Its peptide sequence is Ala–His–Lys.
Is this AHK-Cu supplied as a medicine or cosmetic?
No. This material is supplied solely for controlled laboratory research. It is not supplied as a medicine, treatment, cosmetic, supplement or consumer product.
Which vial sizes are available?
Current vial sizes, stock, pre-order status, pricing and any batch-documentation indicators are shown in the variation selector above.
Does every vial size have a published laboratory result?
No. Results are available only for the selected batches and vial sizes marked with a result indicator. Always check the batch identifier on the report.
How should the material be stored?
Keep the sealed lyophilised material dry and protected from light. A cool, dry place, refrigerator or freezer may be used according to the intended storage duration, compound-specific information and your laboratory’s validated procedure. Avoid repeated temperature cycling and moisture exposure. No universal shelf-life is stated unless it is supported by batch documentation.
Information reviewed: 18 October 2026.
