AHK‑Cu
Copper Tripeptide-3CAS 767286-83-9
The copper peptide formulators reach for in scalp and hair care.
$29.991 g, sealed vial
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- Purity (HPLC)
- 99.6%, COA
- Makes
- 27 one-ounce bottles
How to use
- Prepare the stock solution. 1 g powder + 20 mL (4 tsp) distilled water = 5% stock solution. Stir until clear and deep blue-violet.
- Dose. Add ½ teaspoon of stock per 100 g (3.5 oz) of scalp serum or tonic (≈ 0.12% AHK‑Cu, the standard dose) as the final step, and stir until even.
- Store. Keep the stock solution sealed and refrigerated below 39°F (4°C). Use within 30 days.
| Per 100 g | Stock | Application |
|---|---|---|
| ¼ tsp | 1.25 mL | Shampoo, conditioner, first time |
| ½ tsp | 2.5 mL | Standard, scalp serums, tonics |
| 1 tsp | 5 mL | Leave-in treatments, masks |
| 2 tsp | 10 mL | Maximum |
Compatibility
Compatible with
- Water-based scalp serums and tonics
- Caffeine, niacinamide, panthenol
- Hyaluronic acid, glycerin, aloe
- Sulfate-free shampoos and conditioners
Keep separate from
- Vitamin C (ascorbic acid)
- EDTA and other chelators
- Salicylic acid and other acids below pH 5
- Minoxidil or high-alcohol solutions
Best in its own water-based product.
Specifications
| INCI | Copper Tripeptide-3 |
| CAS | 767286-83-9 |
| Purity (HPLC) | 99.6% (lot 9T2-ZHFP) |
| Appearance | Blue to blue-violet crystalline powder |
| Solubility | 100% water soluble |
| Net weight | 1 g (0.035 oz) per vial |
| Shelf life | 18 months unopened |
Contents
- 1 g of AHK‑Cu powder in a sealed screw-cap vial
- Resealable foil pouch
- Quick-start card
