Melanotan 2 Raw Powder

Product Name	Melanotan 2 (MT2)
Molecular Formula	C50H69N15O9
Molecular Weight	1024.3 g/mol
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Purity	Typically 95% or higher
Solubility	Soluble in water, saline solution, or other suitable solvents
Storage Conditions	Store in a dry, cool, and light-protected place. Typically stored at -20°C or lower
Stability	Stable under proper storage conditions for up to 2 years (if stored properly)
Formulation	Raw powder, to be reconstituted with a suitable solvent (e.g., bacteriostatic water or saline)

Melanotan-2 (MT-2) Raw Powder: Complete Guide

1. What is Melanotan-2 Raw Powder?

Melanotan-2 (MT-2) is a synthetic peptide that mimics α-MSH (melanocyte-stimulating hormone). The raw powder form is an unprocessed, lyophilized (freeze-dried) peptide used for:

Research purposes (lab studies on melanogenesis)

Custom peptide formulation (compounding)

Personal tanning or experimental use (not FDA-approved)

2. Key Specifications

CAS Number: [Not publicly assigned – research chemical]

Purity: ≥98% (HPLC-verified for research)

Appearance: White to off-white fluffy powder

Solubility: Dissolves in sterile bacteriostatic water

Storage: -20°C (long-term), 2-8°C after reconstitution

3. Common Uses (Unofficial/Off-Label)

Artificial Tanning

Stimulates melanin production without heavy UV exposure.

Libido Enhancement

Binds to MC4 receptors, increasing arousal.

Appetite Suppression

Mild effect (less potent than GLP-1 drugs like semaglutide).

4. Dosing & Reconstitution

Standard Tanning Protocol

Loading Phase (1-2 weeks):

Start with 0.25mg (250mcg) daily, increase to 0.5mg/day if tolerated.

Maintenance Phase:

0.5mg 2-3x/week (maintains tan).

Always combine with UV exposure (sun or tanning bed).

How to Reconstitute

Add 1mL bacteriostatic water to 10mg vial → 10mg/mL solution.

Dosing Example:

0.25mg dose = 2.5 units on insulin syringe (0.025mL).

0.5mg dose = 5 units (0.05mL).

Stability After Mixing

Refrigerate (2-8°C) – lasts ~30 days before degradation.

5. Side Effects & Risks

Common	Rare but Serious
• Nausea (50% of users)	• Priapism (prolonged erection)
• Facial flushing	• Hypertension (high BP)
• Darkened moles/freckles	• Kidney/liver stress (high doses)