GHRP-6 Acetate
GHRP-6 Acetate from the Nexus Growth Hormone Secretagogues catalog, supplied for controlled in-vitro research workflows.
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- Lot-specific COA
- HPLC + MS fields
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For in-vitro research use only. Not for human consumption.
GHRP-6 is a synthetic hexapeptide and one of the original growth hormone releasing peptides. It activates the ghrelin receptor (GHSR-1a) to stimulate GH release. GHRP-6 is notable for its additional effects on appetite stimulation and gastric motility, mediated through ghrelin pathway activation, making it useful for studying ghrelin-related signaling.
No sequence is listed in the current catalog record for this product.
- CAS
- 87616-84-0
- MW
- 873.01 g/mol
- Sequence
- Not listed
- Half-life
- Not listed
- Formula
- C46H56N12O6
- Purity
- 99.80%
- Form
- Lyophilized powder
- Class
- Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide (GHRP)
The dossier.
Compound Overview
GHRP-6 is a synthetic hexapeptide and one of the earliest growth hormone releasing peptides characterized for research use. It activates the ghrelin receptor (GHSR-1a) to stimulate GH release in controlled experimental models. Because ghrelin pathway activation is also associated with appetite signaling and gastric motility research endpoints, GHRP-6 remains useful for studying ghrelin-related signaling mechanisms.
Research Background & Published Literature
As one of the original GHRPs, GHRP-6 has a broad published literature base. Foundational work in Endocrinology and Neuroendocrinology helped define its GH-releasing potency and ghrelin-mimetic properties, and the compound continues to serve as a standard reference material in GHS research.
Researchers reviewing the literature around this compound can use the peer-reviewed resources below for additional context on mechanism of action, signaling pathways, and controlled laboratory research applications:
- Bowers et al. (1990) — J Clin Endocrinol Metab
- Bowers et al. (1992) — J Clin Endocrinol Metab
- Howard et al. (1996) — Science
Storage, Handling & Stability Guidelines
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- Keep ambient-temperature handling time brief to help preserve compound integrity.
- Reseal vials promptly after each withdrawal to reduce moisture exposure.
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Quality Assurance & Lab Verification
A finalized public Certificate of Analysis is available for this catalog item. Review the public COA for the applicable lot. Lot-specific identifiers, assay values, and methods are maintained in that record and are not repeated in this product dossier.
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Compound details.
- CAS Number
- 87616-84-0
- Molecular Weight
- 873.01 g/mol
- Molecular Formula
- C₄₆H₅₆N₁₂O₆
- Class
- Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide (GHRP)
Research context.
One of the first GHRPs developed, GHRP-6 has extensive published literature. Key studies in Endocrinology and Neuroendocrinology characterized its GH-releasing potency and ghrelin-mimetic properties. It remains a standard reference compound in GHS research.
Verification standard.
Certificate information is lot-specific. A finalized public record shows only the methods, fields, and results present for that named lot. A pending certificate state exposes no assay values and must not be interpreted as analytical verification. Review Nexus lab verification.
Analytical record.
- Reported HPLC purity
- 99.80%
- Retention time
- 8.50 min
- Observed mass
- 872.97 Da
- Batch
- APX-2026-0316-G
The normalized Certificate of Analysis publishes only the lot-specific fields represented in the public record. It is not an originating laboratory report or raw instrument file.
View certificate of analysis - batch APX-2026-0316-G- Sequence
- Not listed
- Model preview
- Unavailable
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The chemistry.
6-amino acid hexapeptide GH secretagogue (His-D-Trp-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH2)
Technical specifications.
- Product Name: GHRP-6
- Classification: Growth Hormone Releasing Peptide (GHRP)
- Structural Description: 6-amino acid hexapeptide GH secretagogue (His-D-Trp-Ala-Trp-D-Phe-Lys-NH2)
- CAS Number: 87616-84-0
- Molecular Weight: 873.01 g/mol
- Purity: ≥99% (verified by HPLC and Mass Spectrometry)
- Physical Form: Lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder
- Intended Use: In-vitro research use only — not for human consumption
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GHRP-6 Acetate research FAQ.
What is GHRP-6 Acetate used for in research?
GHRP-6 Acetate is supplied for controlled in-vitro research workflows in the Growth Hormone Secretagogues category. It is not labeled for human or veterinary use.
Does GHRP-6 Acetate have a finalized analytical record?
GHRP-6 Acetate has a finalized Nexus Lab Verified record that reports 99.80% HPLC area-percent purity for the represented batch. Other fields are shown only where present.
Which GHRP-6 Acetate variants are published?
Published Nexus variants include 5mg, 10mg.
Does GHRP-6 Acetate include a COA?
Yes. The current Nexus record links GHRP-6 Acetate to finalized batch APX-2026-0316-G.