Overview
SS-31 is a synthetic four-residue, mitochondria-targeted research peptide also described in literature as elamipretide. Its alternating aromatic and basic residues distinguish it from longer mitochondrial-derived peptides.
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Mitochondrial research · AGX-18
SS-31
The mitochondria-targeted tetrapeptide
$40
10 mg lyophilized vial$4.00/mg · research use only
Research use only · no human or veterinary use, consumption, administration, diagnosis, treatment, prevention, cosmetic use, or food use. Sold to qualified laboratory and analytical users.
Mechanism (research literature)
SS-31 is studied for its interaction with cardiolipin, a phospholipid concentrated in the inner mitochondrial membrane. This catalogue record describes the compound and its research context without making a use or outcome claim.
Research context
SS-31 appears in mitochondrial membrane, bioenergetics, and oxidative-stress research literature as a compact targeted tetrapeptide.
Specification
Listed format10 mg lyophilized vial
SequenceD-Arg-Dmt-Lys-Phe-NH₂
Molecular formulaC32H49N9O5
Molecular weight640 g/mol
Catalogue referenceAGX-18
Listed price$40
Common questions
What does SS-31 refer to?
It is the research designation commonly used for the tetrapeptide also described as elamipretide.
What makes SS-31 mitochondria-targeted?
Its alternating aromatic and basic residues are associated with selective interaction at the inner mitochondrial membrane.