GHK-Cu
Also known as: Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine Copper
GHK-Cu is the copper(II) complex of a human tripeptide found in plasma. It is a well-established topical cosmetic ingredient for photoaged skin and is NOT an FDA-approved drug.
Who's worth your money for GHK-Cu
Every current seller, ranked by independent evidence — Merit Score, latest COA purity, and live $/mg (size-normalized). Prices refresh daily. Rankings are never paid.
Top Merit pick
Highest Merit Score (99) of 30 scored sellers
$30.99 · 100mg · 99.9% purity
Best value
Lowest $/mg among scored sellers
$10.00 · 100mg · 99.4% purity
Most tested
56 independent COAs on file
$49.99 · 100mg · 99.9% purity
Average price
$0.75/mg
Sellers
71
45-day trend
+19.2%
54 of 71 sellers have a current price· 7 stale hidden· 17 unverified hidden
Top Merit pick
🇺🇸 Glacier Aminos99✓ verified at source · 1h ago
$0.31/mg -58.9% vs avg$30.99
100mg
- 🇺🇸 Peptide Partners99
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.45/mg -40.4% vs avg$900
2000mg
- 🇺🇸 Moglabs98
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.50/mg -33.7% vs avg$50.00
100mg
- 🇺🇸 Prime Peptides96
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.60/mg -20.5% vs avg$60.00
100mg
- 🇺🇸 BioLongevity Labs96
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$1.70/mg +125.2% vs avg$84.97
50mg
- 🇺🇸 Sunrise Bioresearch95
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.18/mg -76.1% vs avg$180
1000mg
- 🇺🇸 Reta One Labs95
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.39/mg -48.3% vs avg$39.00
100mg
- 🇺🇸 Licensed Peptides95
✓ verified at source · 1h ago
$0.62/mg -17.8% vs avg$61.99
100mg
- 🇺🇸 Profound Aminos95
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.65/mg -13.9% vs avg$65.00
100mg
- 🇺🇸 Forge Performance Co.94
via Disclosed Labs · 1h ago
$0.50/mg -33.7% vs avg$50.00
100mg
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About GHK-Cu
CAS
89030-95-5
Molecular formula
C14H22CuN6O4
Sequence
GHK
Typical dose range
1–2 mg/day subcutaneous (research use)
Half-life
~30 minutes (plasma); tissue-bound activity reported 24–72 hours
COAs for GHK-Cu
390 third-party tests across 60 vendors. Each card links to the full report.
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by NG Peptide· batch ghk-15
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by Reta One Labs· batch GK500826
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by NovaForge Labs· batch NFL-0002
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by NovaForge Labs· batch NFL-0001
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by VoriLabs· batch GHK-2608-B
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by Arctic Lab supply· batch GHK-2501-B
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by CertaPeptides· batch CP-2607-GHK100
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by VoriLabs· batch VoriLabs GHK-2607-A
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by Crush Research· batch CR-GHK-100MG-2607-Purple
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by jdbioworks· batch 2026-002
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by Seus Peptides· batch CU50-260701
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by Artisan Aminos· batch AA-GHK100-049
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by Verified Peptides· batch GHK0726151000
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by Verified Peptides· batch 6HK0726151000
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by Neuro Labs· batch NL01-GHK100R
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by Peptide Plugs· batch 160-670X-DL
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by Prime Peptides· batch 6132026GK
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by Hydro Research Peptides· batch HR-2026-3847
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by optimasupply.is· batch OS-2026-2918
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by Strate Labs· batch 1
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by Novaglo Research· batch 5002006302GCu
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by Nova Peptides· batch NV-P-C2ZT
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by Sunrise Bioresearch· batch GHK50JUN26-01
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by Sunrise Bioresearch· batch GHK50JUN26-01
15 citations indexed for GHK-Cu
rct · Ongoing
Two-Part Study of the Effects of the X39 Patch on Circulating GHK and GHK-Cu Levels in Healthy Adults
The goal of this clinical trial is to investigate GHK and GHK-Cu blood levels pre- and post-intervention in healthy adults, and to investigate the efficacy of X39 patch on GHK and GHK-Cu blood levels in healthy adults compared to a placebo.
Study · 2026
The Regenerative Potential of GHK-Cu in Aesthetic Medicine
The age-related decline in tissue regenerative capacity drives demand for interventions restoring physiological repair mechanisms.
Study · 2026
Augmented Skin Beneficial Effects of Thermus Thermophilus and Bacillus Subtilis Mixed-Culture Ferment Extract by Tripeptide GHK-Cu
Background Skin aging is a complex process driven by multiplex factors, including chronic inflammation and UV exposure. It has become common practice for cosmetic formulations to counteract skin aging by targeting different pathways simultaneously with a pool of active ingredients.
review · 2026
GHK-Cu as a Bioactive Metallopeptide and Drug-Delivery Cargo: Coordination Chemistry, Formulation Science, Therapeutic Evidence, and a Translational Roadmap
Background/Objectives : Glycyl-L-histidyl-L-lysine (GHK) and its copper(II) complex GHK-Cu have been studied for matrix remodeling, inflammation, redox regulation, angiogenesis, and tissue repair, yet the literature frequently treats GHK-Cu as a single active ingredient despite formulation-dependent variation in coordi…
Study · 2026
The Laccase-like Property of GHK-Cu and Its Applications in Colorimetric Sensing of Phenolic Compounds
Laccase plays an important role in the detection and degradation of phenolic compounds, but it is limited by its cost and stability. In this study, the laccase-like property of copper peptide (GHK-Cu) has been revealed.
Study · 2026
A <i>Torilis japonica</i> Extract-GHK-Cu Complex Attenuates Th2 Cytokines and Promotes Keratinocyte Recovery: A Potential Antioxidant Strategy for Atopic Dermatitis
Atopic dermatitis (AD) is a chronic skin disorder driven by Th2 immune dysregulation, persistent inflammation, and epidermal barrier defects. Oxidative stress acts as a major upstream factor in this process, amplifying inflammatory signals and worsening disease severity.