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MOTS-C

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Vanguard Laboratory
Independent, ISO/IEC 17025 accredited
Certificate of Analysis
97.97%
Purity by HPLC
Lot260331MO103
Tested4/28/2026
Labeled10 mg
Measured10.31 mg
ISO 17025 Accredited 2× Tested
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Chromatographic Purity
HPLC-UV/VIS
97.97% + 0.18%
Assay
HPLC-UV/VIS
10.31 mg

MOTS-c

Advanced Mitochondrial Performance & Metabolic Research Peptide

MOTS-c is a naturally occurring mitochondrial-derived peptide (MDP) studied for its role in regulating cellular energy production, metabolic health, insulin sensitivity, and healthy aging. Produced within the mitochondria, MOTS-c functions as an important metabolic signaling molecule, making it a leading research peptide for investigators exploring exercise performance, body composition, and longevity.

By influencing cellular energy pathways and metabolic adaptation, MOTS-c has become a cornerstone of research focused on mitochondrial optimization and age-related metabolic decline.

Key Research Areas

  • Studied for improved mitochondrial function and cellular energy production
  • Supports metabolic flexibility and nutrient utilization
  • Investigated for enhanced insulin sensitivity and glucose metabolism
  • Explored for increased exercise endurance and physical performance
  • Supports healthy body composition and fat metabolism
  • Studied for healthy aging and longevity pathways
  • Investigated for improved cellular resilience under metabolic stress
  • Supports recovery and overall metabolic health

Mechanism of Action

Unlike traditional metabolic compounds, MOTS-c is a mitochondrial-encoded peptide that acts as a signaling molecule between the mitochondria and nucleus. Research suggests it activates key metabolic regulators, including AMPK, helping cells adapt to metabolic stress, improve energy efficiency, and optimize glucose utilization.

This unique mechanism makes MOTS-c one of the most promising peptides in the fields of metabolism, exercise physiology, and longevity research.

Why Researchers Choose MOTS-c

MOTS-c offers a unique approach to metabolic optimization by targeting the mitochondria—the primary source of cellular energy. Rather than acting on a single pathway, it is being investigated for its ability to coordinate multiple biological processes involved in energy production, insulin sensitivity, exercise adaptation, and healthy aging.

Product Highlights

  • Naturally occurring mitochondrial-derived peptide
  • Supports mitochondrial and metabolic research
  • High-purity lyophilized research-grade formulation
  • Third-party tested for identity and purity
  • Manufactured under strict quality standards

MOTS-c represents the next generation of mitochondrial research peptides, providing investigators with an advanced platform for studying cellular energy production, metabolic resilience, exercise performance, body composition, and longevity.

For Research Use Only. Not for human consumption.

Technical Specifications

Compound Information

Molecular Profile

What Is MOTS-C?

A 16-amino-acid mitochondrial-derived peptide encoded within the mitochondrial 12S rRNA region, studied for its role in regulating cellular metabolism, insulin sensitivity, and exercise-induced adaptation.

Mitochondrial PeptideExercise Mimetic
TypeSynthetic peptide
CAS Number1627580-64-6
Molecular FormulaC101H152N28O22S2
Molecular Weight2174.59 g/mol
Amino Acids16
Sequence
Met-Arg-Trp-Gln-Glu-Met-Gly-Tyr-Ile-Phe-Tyr-Pro-Arg-Lys-Leu-Arg
PubChem Database
Storage Requirements

Stability Information

Store lyophilized powder frozen or refrigeratedProtect from light and moistureReconstitute with bacteriostatic or sterile water
-20°C
Lyophilized (powder)
stable long-term, protected from light
2-8°C
Reconstituted
use within 2-4 weeks

Keep the lyophilized powder frozen or refrigerated and shielded from light until use. Once reconstituted, store refrigerated and use within a few weeks.