Mitochondrial-derived peptide

MOTS-c.

A 16-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded within the 12S rRNA region of mitochondrial DNA. AMPK-mediated metabolic-research compound.

Key Information

CompoundMOTS-c
Research categoryLongevity Research
Available sizes10mg, 15mg, 20mg, 30mg, 40mg
PricingFrom £30
FormatLyophilised powder in sealed vial
Purity>99% by HPLC (Janoshik Analytical, batch-verified)
Intended useIn-vitro laboratory research only. Not for human consumption.

Chemical & Reference Data

Reference data drawn from public databases (PubChem, UniProt) and peer-reviewed literature. For research and laboratory characterisation only.

Compound classSynthetic 16-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide
Molecular formulaC100H167N27O22S
Molecular weight2174.6 g/mol
CAS Registry Number1627580-64-6
Number of residues16
Amino acid sequenceMRWQEMGYIFYPRKLR
Receptor / mechanismMitochondrial-derived peptide; AMPK modulator in literature.
Reported half-lifeReported short serum half-life in published preclinical literature.
SolubilityLyophilised powder reconstitutes in bacteriostatic water for laboratory use.
Storage (lyophilised)Stable at 2–8 °C lyophilised for 18+ months.
Storage (reconstituted)Reconstituted: store at 2–8 °C, use within 14 days.
Clinical / regulatory statusPreclinical / investigational.

Research Profile

  • Mitochondrial-derived peptide
  • 16-amino-acid sequence
  • Studied in AMPK / metabolic signalling
  • Third-party purity tested
  • Research use only

MOTS-c is a 16-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded within the 12S rRNA of mitochondrial DNA. Characterised in the literature for its effects on AMPK signalling and glucose metabolism in cellular and preclinical models. Supplied as lyophilised powder for in-vitro research use only.

The above describes how this compound is characterised in the published peer-reviewed literature. It is not a claim about effects in humans.

Laboratory Handling

MOTS-c is supplied as a lyophilised (freeze-dried) powder in a sealed glass vial. For laboratory reconstitution, add the desired volume of diluent (typically bacteriostatic water) slowly down the side wall of the vial. Swirl gently until fully dissolved - do not vortex or shake. Store reconstituted solutions at 2–8 °C and use within 4–6 weeks.

Use our Reconstitution Volume Calculator to compute the resulting mg/ml concentration.

StateTemperatureShelf life
Lyophilised2–8 °C or −20 °CUp to 24 months
Reconstituted2–8 °C4–6 weeks typical

Purity & Verification

Every batch of MOTS-c we supply is independently HPLC-verified by Janoshik Analytical. Where a Janoshik report has been issued for the current batch it is supplied with the order and carries a unique verification key that can be authenticated against Janoshik's records. Reported purity is consistently above 99%.

Related Compounds

Researchers working with MOTS-c often work alongside the following compounds in the preclinical literature:

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Key Literature References

References are independent peer-reviewed sources. Black & White Peptides Ltd is not affiliated with these publications.