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KPV

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Select Strength 99%+ AVG HPLC Purity
  • 99%+ HPLC purity — Third-party tested, every batch
  • COA for every lot — Download the full report below
  • Lyophilized for stability — Packed to arrive intact
  • Ships from Charleston, SC — Fast domestic shipping
Class
Research peptide
Application
Research use only
Form
Lyophilized powder
Storage
−20 °C long term
Purity (HPLC)
99%+ third-party verified
Origin
Ships from Charleston, SC

Phantom Peptides’ KPV Product Specifications

Product nameKPV
Peptide classResearch peptide
Strength10MG
Purity99%+ HPLC verified
FormLyophilized powder
TestingThird-party tested
DocumentationCertificate of Analysis available
Storage−20 °C long term
ApplicationResearch use only
SKU28

KPV - 10MG

KPV is a tripeptide (Lys-Pro-Val) corresponding to the C-terminal fragment, positions 11 to 13, of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone (α-MSH). First identified through a 1988 patent on anti-inflammatory α-MSH-derived peptides, it has since become one of the more studied minimal-sequence fragments in melanocortin research.

Each vial ships with 10mg of KPV in lyophilized powder form for reconstitution, sealed for research use, backed by Phantom Peptides' internal verification standard: independent third-party lab analysis.

Product Specifications

  • Compound: KPV
  • Class: Melanocortin-derived tripeptide (α-MSH fragment)
  • Sequence: Lys-Pro-Val
  • Molecular Weight: ~342.4 Da
  • Form: Lyophilized powder (for reconstitution)
  • Bottle Size: 10mg per vial

Research Background

The existing literature on KPV spans a handful of distinct research threads:

  • Anti-inflammatory and cytokine modulation research: cell and animal studies examining KPV's inhibition of NF-kB activation and its effect on pro-inflammatory cytokines (TNF-alpha, IL-6, IL-1beta) and anti-inflammatory mediators (IL-10)

KPV was discovered by James Lipton's group and later characterized pharmacologically by Luger, Brzoska, and colleagues through the 2000s, work that established it as the smallest active fragment carrying α-MSH's anti-inflammatory pharmacophore. For primary sources, PubMed (pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) and NIH's PMC database (pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov) index the peer reviewed literature on KPV and related melanocortin peptide research.

Important Notice

Phantom Peptides supplies KPV strictly for laboratory research. It is not intended for human or veterinary use, and no dosage or administration guidance is provided. Any discussion of biological activity refers only to published preclinical or in vitro research.

  • HPLC testedIndependent lab verified
  • COA every batchPublished and downloadable
  • 99%+ purityConfirmed per lot
  • Ships from Charleston, SCTracked domestic delivery
  • Lyophilized powderSealed for stability
  • Research use onlyNot for human consumption
Quality documentation

Certificate of Analysis

Every batch of KPV is independently tested before shipment. The full analytical report is available to download.

Lab analysis — independent third-party testing

HPLC purity99%+
Identity (mass spectrometry)Confirmed
AppearanceWhite lyophilized powder
TestingIndependent third-party laboratory
DocumentationFull COA (PDF) below

Certificate of Analysis

Verified
99%+ HPLC purity · this batch
  • HPLC purity: 99%+
  • Identity (mass spectrometry): Confirmed
  • Appearance: White lyophilized powder
  • Testing: Independent third-party laboratory
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Vendor comparison

Why Researchers Choose Phantom Peptides

Not all peptide vendors hold themselves to the same verification standards.

Verification standard Phantom Peptides Generic vendors
HPLC purity analysis 99%+ every batch Often not disclosed
Mass spectrometry identity Confirmed Rarely available
COA published and downloadable Every lot Inconsistent
Batch-labeled vials Yes Sometimes
Ships from the USA Charleston, SC Often overseas
Research-use labeling Clear on every vial Varies
Research questions

Frequently Asked Questions

1. Is KPV supplied as a lyophilized powder?

Yes. KPV ships as a lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder, which removes moisture and helps keep the compound stable until it is reconstituted for research.

2. How is the purity of KPV verified?

Each batch is tested by an independent laboratory using HPLC for purity and mass spectrometry for identity. The certificate of analysis for the current batch is linked on this page.

3. What does 99%+ HPLC purity mean?

High-performance liquid chromatography separates a sample into its components. A 99%+ result means the target compound makes up at least that percentage of the measured sample.

4. How should KPV be stored before reconstitution?

Keep the sealed vial at or below 8 °C in a dry place, away from light. For long-term storage, keep it frozen at −20 °C.

5. How long is KPV stable after reconstitution?

Refrigerated at 2–8 °C, use within 30 days. For longer preservation, aliquot and freeze at −20 °C and avoid repeated freeze–thaw cycles.

6. Can I see the COA before I order?

Yes. The full COA is available to download in the Certificate of Analysis section above, and on our COA page.

7. Is KPV intended for human use?

No. KPV is sold for laboratory research use only. It is not for human or veterinary consumption, and we do not provide dosage or administration guidance.

8. Where do orders ship from?

All orders ship from Charleston, SC with tracking.

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