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GHRP-6 5 mg — research grade product vial
Hormones & Growth Factors

GHRP-6 5 mg — research grade

GHRP-6 research peptide for growth-hormone secretagogue and ghrelin pathway studies. COA supplied. RUO.

≥ 99% COA supported RUO
CAS
87616-84-0
Molecular weight
873.0 g/mol
Storage
-20°C recommended (research-only)
Package sizes
1 × 5 mg vial

Description

GHRP-6 5 mg research overview

GHRP-6 research peptide for growth-hormone secretagogue and ghrelin pathway studies. COA supplied. RUO.

GHRP-6 is a growth-hormone-releasing peptide used to study ghrelin receptor signalling and endocrine response.

Peptide Shop supplies GHRP-6 5 mg as a sealed research material with lot-level documentation where available. This product is supplied for in-vitro laboratory research only and is not intended for human or veterinary diagnostic, therapeutic, cosmetic or consumption purposes.

Research use

  • GHSR and pituitary response models
  • Growth-hormone release comparisons
  • Secretagogue pathway studies

Use as a comparator with GHRP-2 and ipamorelin in hormone research.

Sequence and analytical data

FieldDetail
Product IDpeptide-ghrp-6
Package size1 × 5 mg vial
CAS number87616-84-0
Molecular weight873.0 g/mol
Purity≥ 99%
Storage-20°C recommended (research-only)

Batch-specific documentation may include HPLC purity, identity confirmation and lot information. Refer to the supplied COA or the COA policy for current documentation scope.

Reconstitution and handling

Allow lyophilised material to equilibrate before opening to reduce condensation risk. Add validated solvent slowly down the vial wall, avoid vigorous shaking, and record the final concentration in the laboratory notebook or LIMS.

Use aseptic technique, calibrated pipettes or syringes, and validated diluent choices for the assay system. Reconstituted materials should be aliquoted where appropriate to reduce repeated freeze-thaw exposure.

Storage

Store unopened material according to the stated condition: -20°C recommended (research-only). Keep vials sealed, dry and protected from light. Reconstituted solutions should be stored under validated laboratory conditions and discarded according to internal SOPs and applicable research-waste rules.

Research-use statement

GHRP-6 5 mg is sold by Peptide Shop for research use only. It is not a medicine, food, cosmetic, supplement or diagnostic product. Buyers are responsible for ensuring lawful purchase, storage, handling and disposal under their institutional and local requirements.

Sequence & data

Product IDpeptide-ghrp-6
CAS87616-84-0
Molecular weight873.0 g/mol
Purity≥ 99%

Storage & handling

-20°C recommended (research-only)

Keep lyophilised material sealed and protected from moisture. Reconstituted materials should be handled according to validated laboratory protocols and disposed of as research waste.

Certificate of analysis

Batch-specific COA documentation is supplied according to the COA policy and may include HPLC purity, identity and lot information where available.

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FAQs

What is GHRP-6 used for in research?

GHRP-6 is used to study growth hormone secretion, ghrelin receptor activation, appetite regulation, and metabolic effects. It's one of the original synthetic GH secretagogues with well-characterised pharmacology.

How is GHRP-6 different from GHRP-2?

GHRP-6 has stronger appetite-stimulating effects and may cause more cortisol/prolactin release than GHRP-2. GHRP-2 is considered more selective. Both are valuable for different research questions.

Does GHRP-6 affect appetite in research models?

Yes, GHRP-6 is known to stimulate appetite in research models through ghrelin receptor activation. This property is useful for studying ghrelin's orexigenic effects.

How should GHRP-6 be stored?

Store lyophilised GHRP-6 at -20°C. Once reconstituted, keep at 2-8°C and use within 4 weeks.

What purity is your GHRP-6?

Our GHRP-6 is ≥99% pure as verified by HPLC. Each batch includes a Certificate of Analysis.

What is the mechanism of action?

GHRP-6 binds to GHS-R (ghrelin receptors) on pituitary somatotropes, stimulating GH release. It also suppresses somatostatin tone.

Can it be combined with GHRH analogs?

Yes, GHRP-6 with GHRH analogs like CJC-1295 is a common research combination to study synergistic GH release.

What sizes are available?

GHRP-6 is available in 5mg and 10mg vials.

What is GHRP-6?

GHRP-6 is a synthetic hexapeptide (His-D-Trp-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH2) and the prototypical ghrelin receptor (GHSR-1a) agonist. It is studied in growth hormone secretion, appetite regulation, and gastrointestinal motility research. CAS number 87616-84-0.

Why does GHRP-6 stimulate appetite in research models?

GHRP-6 activates ghrelin receptors (GHSR-1a) expressed in the hypothalamus and gastric mucosa. Ghrelin receptor activation is associated with orexigenic (appetite-stimulating) signalling, making GHRP-6 a tool for feeding behaviour and energy homeostasis research.

Is GHRP-6 the same as GHRP-2?

GHRP-2 and GHRP-6 are distinct peptides that both activate GHSR-1a. GHRP-6 (His-D-Trp-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH2) was the first in this class. GHRP-2 was developed as a more potent analogue with different secondary hormonal profiles.

What is the molecular weight of GHRP-6?

GHRP-6 molecular weight: 873.05 g/mol. Molecular formula: C46H56N12O6. CAS number 87616-84-0.