Tissue Repair Research

KPV

α-MSH tripeptide

Also known as Lys-Pro-Val, α-MSH (11–13).

Lys-Pro-Val, the C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, studied in colitis, dermal and other inflammation models.

Current lot: SN-KPV-2607
Purity: 99.44% by HPLC
Tested: Jul 30, 2026
Stocked in: United States, Canada, Australia

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About the compound

KPV retains the C-terminal residues of α-MSH that have been associated with its anti-inflammatory signalling in preclinical work, without the melanocortin-receptor activity of the full hormone.

Supplied as a lyophilized powder.

Studied inInflammation models · Intestinal epithelium · Dermal inflammation

Certificate of analysis

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Certificate of analysis

KPV · 10 mg

Lot SN-KPV-2607 · tested Jul 30, 2026

99.44%

Purity by HPLC

Labeled: 10 mg
Measured: 10.2 mg
Panel: 6 passed · 2 reported
Laboratory: Independent ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory

Assay	Method	Result	Outcome
Appearance	Visual	White lyophilized powder	Pass
Purity	HPLC · spec ≥ 98%	99.44%	Pass
Net peptide content	HPLC	10.2 mg	Reported
Identity	LC-MS	Confirmed	Pass
Heavy metals	ICP-MS	Not detected	Pass
Sterility	USP <71>	No growth	Pass
Endotoxin	LAL · USP <85>	< 0.05 EU/mL	Reported
Residual solvents	GC-HS	Within limits	Pass

Specification and storage

CAS number: 67727-97-3
Molecular formula: C16H30N4O4
Molecular weight: 342.4 g/mol
Residues: 3
Sequence: KPV
Reference record: PubChem entry

Storage

Sealed lyophilized vials are stable at room temperature for short periods; store at 2–8 °C for routine use.
For long-term storage keep sealed vials at −20 °C, protected from light and moisture.
Reconstituted solutions should be refrigerated at 2–8 °C and used within the period defined by your laboratory's protocol.

Literature

Peer-reviewed publications on this compound. Provided for reference; they are not claims about this product.

01
Inflammatory Bowel Diseases · 2008
Melanocortin-derived tripeptide KPV has anti-inflammatory potential in murine models of inflammatory bowel disease
Kannengiesser K, Maaser C, Heidemann J, et al.
02
Journal of Pharmacology and Experimental Therapeutics · 2003
Dissection of the anti-inflammatory effect of the core and C-terminal (KPV) alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone peptides
Getting SJ, Schiöth HB, Perretti M
03
Gastroenterology · 2008
PepT1-mediated tripeptide KPV uptake reduces intestinal inflammation
Dalmasso G, Charrier-Hisamuddin L, Nguyen HT, et al.

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Research notice

KPV is supplied for in vitro laboratory research and analytical use by qualified professionals. It is not a medicine, supplement or cosmetic, has not been evaluated by any regulator, and is not for human or veterinary use. Published findings cited on this page are provided for reference and are not claims about this product.