KPV
KPV (10 mg) is an alpha-MSH-derived tripeptide studied for anti-inflammatory activity in gut and immune research models. Third-party tested. Research Use Only.
| Sequence / Formula | Lys-Pro-Val |
|---|---|
| CAS / Reference No. | 67727-97-3 |
| Purity (HPLC) | ≥ 99% |
| Available sizes | 10 mg |
| Physical form | Lyophilized powder |
| Storage | -20°C, desiccated, protected from light |
What is KPV?
KPV is a tripeptide — lysine-proline-valine, three residues — corresponding to the C-terminal fragment of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (alpha-MSH). It is one of the smallest compounds in the catalogue, and much of the research interest lies in the fact that this short fragment retains anti-inflammatory activity that the parent hormone is known for, without the pigmentation-related melanocortin-receptor signalling.
It is supplied as a lyophilized powder at 10 mg. See the reconstitution guide and the reconstitution calculator for preparation.
Research context
KPV appears most often in gut and immune models, where it is studied for the modulation of inflammatory signalling pathways, including NF-kappa-B. Its small size is itself a research variable — tripeptides behave differently from larger molecules in transport and stability studies.
Because the parent molecule is alpha-MSH, KPV sits at the edge of the melanocortin family alongside Melanotan I and PT-141, though its studied activity is inflammatory rather than receptor-agonist. In repair contexts it is a component of the KLOW blend, alongside BPC-157 and TB-500.
Purity and third-party testing
Every batch is independently analysed by Testides and Peptide Test Canada and ships with a certificate of analysis reporting high-performance liquid chromatography purity and mass-spectrometry identity. See how to read a certificate of analysis and what a purity figure actually means, or our Research and Quality page.
Handling and storage
Kept cold and protected from light while lyophilized; refrigerated once reconstituted. The storage guide covers both states, and bacteriostatic vs. sterile water explains why bacteriostatic water is the usual diluent for a multi-draw vial.
Related research compounds
KPV sits in our recovery and tissue-repair collection near GHK-Cu and ARA-290. New to this area? Start with Peptides 101 or browse the knowledge hub.
Research Use Only. Supplied strictly for in-vitro laboratory research and development. Not for human or animal consumption, diagnostic, or therapeutic use.
Frequently asked
No. KPV is supplied strictly as a reference material for in-vitro laboratory research. It is not for human or animal consumption and is not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic use.
Yes. Every batch is independently tested by Testides and Peptide Test Canada for HPLC purity and mass-spectrometry identity, and ships with a batch-specific certificate of analysis (COA).
KPV is available in 10 mg. Per-vial pricing is shown on this page.
KPV is supplied as lyophilized powder. Use the reconstitution calculator to work out concentration and dosing volumes for your research, and see the storage and handling guide for temperature and shelf-life guidance. Store the lyophilized vial at -20 degrees C, desiccated and protected from light.
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