Mitochondrial function
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SS-31
Elamipretide · Bendavia · MTP-131 · Szeto-Schiller peptide
A mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide that concentrates in the inner mitochondrial membrane, studied in mitochondrial-dysfunction and oxidative-stress research.
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For laboratory research use only. Not for human or veterinary use.
What is SS-31?
SS-31, also known as elamipretide, is a synthetic aromatic-cationic tetrapeptide (D-Arg-Dmt-Lys-Phe-NH2) from the Szeto-Schiller family. Its alternating charge lets it cross cell membranes and accumulate at the inner mitochondrial membrane, where it binds cardiolipin, a phospholipid that supports the electron transport chain.
By interacting with cardiolipin, SS-31 is studied for its effects on mitochondrial membrane structure, electron transport efficiency and reactive oxygen species. Research spans cardiac and skeletal muscle models, age-related mitochondrial decline and models of mitochondrial disease.
Research applications
Where SS-31 appears in laboratory and preclinical research.
Oxidative stress
Reactive oxygen species production and mitochondrial damage endpoints.
Cardiac & muscle models
Mitochondrial performance in heart and skeletal-muscle tissue studies.
Cardiolipin biology
How stabilising cardiolipin affects inner-membrane structure.
Specifications
| Product | SS-31 |
|---|---|
| Also known as | Elamipretide · Bendavia · MTP-131 · Szeto-Schiller peptide |
| Class | Aromatic-cationic tetrapeptide, mitochondria-targeting |
| Form | Lyophilized (freeze-dried) powder |
| Fill sizes | 10mg |
| Purity | 99%+, verified by HPLC for every lot |
| Storage | Lyophilized: −4 °F, protected from light. Reconstituted: 36–46 °F. |
| Documentation | Certificate of analysis for lot VD-SS10-2610: report VPL-261008-7249 ↗. Every published certificate is on our lab reports page. Lot number supplied in writing with every order |
| Intended use | Laboratory research only. Not for human or veterinary use. |
SS-31 FAQ
What is SS-31?
SS-31 (elamipretide) is a mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide that binds cardiolipin, used in laboratory research on mitochondrial function and oxidative stress.
Is SS-31 the same as elamipretide?
Yes. SS-31 is the research name for the tetrapeptide also known as elamipretide.
Is SS-31 for human use?
No. SS-31 is sold strictly for laboratory research use. It is not a drug, food or supplement, and is not for human or veterinary use or for diagnosing, treating or preventing any condition.
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