Overview
Longevity and cellular-research compounds are studied for pathways such as mitochondrial signaling, telomere biology, and redox balance, mostly in preclinical work. Some rest on a limited, single-group literature. Where that is the case, this guide says so rather than overstating it.
A mitochondrial-derived peptide studied for metabolic regulation and exercise-mimetic signaling.
Evidence at a glance: Preclinical (animal) evidence
The cited evidence here is preclinical animal-model work, with limited or no human-trial data. Read the research profile accordingly.
Molecular identity
- Molecular formula
- C101H152N28O23S2
- Molecular weight
- 2174.5 g/mol
- CAS number
- 1627580-64-6
- Amino acids
- 16
- Appearance
- White lyophilized powder
- Purity (HPLC)
- 98.9%
Researched mechanism
Studied for AMPK activation and metabolic-stress signaling as a mitochondrial-derived peptide.
Described as a mechanism characterized in the literature, not an effect you should expect from use.
What the published research shows
Metabolic and exercise-mimetic effects in preclinical models.
Honest note on evidence: Evidence is preclinical.
Every citation states its study type and population, so preclinical data is never presented as human-efficacy evidence.
How it compares
| Versus | Attribute | Note |
|---|---|---|
| NAD+ | Focus | Both are studied in mitochondrial/energy-metabolism research. |
Reconstitution
Concentration math only: adding bacteriostatic water to the vial gives the resulting mg/mL shown below. This is not usage guidance.
| Vial | Bacteriostatic water | Concentration |
|---|---|---|
| 10 mg | 2 mL | 5 mg/mL |
| 20 mg | 2 mL | 10 mg/mL |
| 40 mg | 2 mL | 20 mg/mL |
Storage & stability
| State | Temperature | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Lyophilized (unopened) | -20°C | 24 months |
| Reconstituted | 2–8°C | up to 4 weeks |
Common questions
What is a mitochondrial-derived peptide?+
A peptide encoded within mitochondrial DNA; MOTS-c is one of the best-known research examples.
