Description
SS-31 (elamipretide) is a synthetic aromatic-cationic tetrapeptide designed to selectively associate with cardiolipin in the inner mitochondrial membrane. Sequence: D-Arg-Dmt-Lys-Phe-NH2 (Dmt = 2′,6′-dimethyltyrosine, a non-standard amino acid). Molecular formula: C32H49N9O5; molecular weight: 639.80 g/mol; CAS 736992-21-5.
Research on SS-31 has examined its interaction with cardiolipin, effects on mitochondrial electron transport chain efficiency, reactive oxygen species production, and cellular bioenergetics in cell culture and animal models.
Supplied as a lyophilized powder for reconstitution, each batch is analyzed by HPLC to confirm purity and identity.
For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use, and not intended for diagnostic or therapeutic application.
