Metabolic Research Peptides
This hub groups the compounds our catalog lists under metabolic research: incretin receptor agonists, mitochondrial-derived peptides and small-molecule metabolic modulators. Published work on these compounds is preclinical or clinical-trial literature; nothing on this page describes an outcome you should expect in a laboratory model. Each vial ships with a lot-specific Certificate of Analysis reporting reversed-phase HPLC purity and mass-spectrometry identity confirmation.
7 active compounds · $55.00–$400.00 per vial
Compounds in this category
AOD-9604 10mg
AOD-9604 is a synthetic growth-hormone-derived peptide fragment engineered for enhanced structural stability and reproducibility. Used in laboratory research for mapping peptide-enzyme interaction pathways, studying intracellular metabolic signal modulation, and evaluating structure-activity relationships across synthetic peptide analogs.
- Strengths:
- 10mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder (10mg)
AICAR 50mg
AICAR (5-Aminoimidazole-4-carboxamide ribonucleotide) is an AMP-activated protein kinase (AMPK) activator studied for its effects on cellular energy regulation, glucose uptake, and metabolic pathways.
- Strengths:
- 50mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder
MOTS-C
MOTS-c is a 16-amino acid mitochondrial-derived peptide (MDP) with exercise-mimetic properties. A 2024 iScience study confirmed MOTS-c directly binds casein kinase 2 to modulate skeletal muscle function. Research shows it regulates metabolic homeostasis through AMPK activation, enhances insulin sensitivity, and improves glucose metabolism. Studies demonstrate MOTS-c secretion increases with endurance training, linking mitochondrial signaling to systemic health.
- Strengths:
- 10mg · 40mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder
Retatrutide
Retatrutide (LY3437943, CAS 2381089-83-2) is a 39-amino acid triple agonist for GIP/GLP-1/Glucagon receptors. Features a C20 fatty diacid moiety for albumin binding and ~6-day half-life. Phase 3 trials show 28.7% weight reduction and >86% liver fat reduction. The gold standard for metabolic research.
- Strengths:
- 10mg · 30mg · 50mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder (10mg)
5-Amino-1MQ 10mg
5-Amino-1MQ is a small, selective, membrane-permeable NNMT (nicotinamide N-methyltransferase) inhibitor that plays a role in cellular metabolism, energy homeostasis, and adipogenesis regulation.
- Strengths:
- 10mg · 50mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder (10mg)
Tirzepatide
Tirzepatide is a first-in-class dual GIP/GLP-1 receptor agonist approved by FDA for type 2 diabetes and obesity. A 2024 Nature Metabolism review confirmed unprecedented metabolic benefits, with Phase 3 trials demonstrating up to 22.5% weight reduction. Research shows tirzepatide enhances glucose-dependent insulin secretion, reduces appetite through hypothalamic signaling, and improves cardiovascular risk markers significantly.
- Strengths:
- 10mg · 30mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder (10mg)
Slu-pp-322 10mg
SLU-PP-322 is a synthetic small-molecule pan-agonist of the estrogen-related receptors (ERRα, ERRβ and ERRγ) rather than a peptide. In published preclinical work it is studied as an exercise mimetic, with laboratory interest centred on mitochondrial biogenesis, fatty-acid oxidation and skeletal-muscle endurance gene expression. Because it is not a peptide, it is reconstituted with a 1:1 mixture of DMSO and bacteriostatic water rather than water alone. Supplied for laboratory research only.
- Strengths:
- 10mg
- Form:
- Lyophilized Powder
Research references
Frequently asked questions
What does 'metabolic research peptide' mean on this page?
It is a catalog grouping, not a claim. It marks compounds whose published laboratory literature concerns energy metabolism, glucose handling or mitochondrial function.
Is a Certificate of Analysis available for these compounds?
Yes. Every listed product links to a lot-specific COA reporting HPLC purity and mass-spectrometry identity for the lot printed on the vial.
Can these products be used in people?
No. All products in this category are supplied for laboratory research use only and are not for human or veterinary use.
Other research categories
All products are supplied for laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, and not for diagnostic or therapeutic application.