SS-31 10mg — Mitochondria-Targeting Research Peptide

SS-31 10mg is a synthetic mitochondria-targeting research peptide supplied by PeakForce Labs for laboratory research applications. Also known as Elamipretide, SS-31 is a short aromatic-cationic tetrapeptide extensively investigated for its interactions with mitochondrial membranes, cardiolipin-associated processes, cellular bioenergetics, and oxidative-stress-associated pathways.

Each vial contains 10mg of lyophilized SS-31 supplied in a sealed glass vial and independently verified through rigorous third-party analytical testing.

Product Specifications

Compound: SS-31 (Elamipretide)

Alternative Research Name: Bendavia

Research Classification: Synthetic mitochondria-targeting tetrapeptide

Amino Acid Length: 4 amino acids

Amino Acid Sequence: D-Arg-Dmt-Lys-Phe-NH₂

Dmt: 2′,6′-dimethyltyrosine

Molecular Formula: C₃₂H₅₂N₁₂O₅

Molecular Weight: Approximately 656.82 g/mol

Form: Lyophilized powder

Vial Configuration: 10mg supplied in a sealed glass vial

Purity: ≥98% HPLC verified, with exact analytical results provided on the applicable batch-specific COA

Appearance: White to off-white powder

Testing: Independent third-party analytical verification protocol

Analytical Verification

Every applicable batch of SS-31 undergoes analytical testing designed to support peptide identity, purity, content, and consistency.

Identity Verification: Confirms that the research material corresponds to the specified SS-31 peptide.

Purity Quantification: HPLC analysis evaluates target peptide relative to applicable impurities and synthesis-related byproducts.

Net Peptide Content: Confirms the applicable quantity of peptide material within the vial.

Visual Appearance: Confirms physical consistency of the lyophilized material against established product specifications.

Mass Spectrometry / Molecular Weight: Evaluates molecular characteristics to support peptide identity and chemical composition.

Batch Documentation: Analytical results are documented through applicable batch-specific COAs.

Research Context

SS-31 is an aromatic-cationic tetrapeptide investigated extensively in experimental systems involving mitochondrial biology.

Unlike many research compounds that interact primarily with cytosolic targets, SS-31 has been studied for its association with mitochondrial membranes and cardiolipin, a phospholipid highly enriched within the inner mitochondrial membrane.

This molecular interaction provides researchers with a framework for examining mitochondrial membrane organization, electron transport, cellular bioenergetics, oxidative-stress-associated processes, and mitochondrial signaling.

Cardiolipin-Associated Research

Cardiolipin is a specialized phospholipid concentrated within the inner mitochondrial membrane and plays an important role in mitochondrial membrane organization and the function of numerous membrane-associated protein complexes.

SS-31 has been investigated for its interaction with cardiolipin and cardiolipin-containing membrane systems.

This makes the peptide useful for experimental research examining relationships among peptide-lipid interactions, mitochondrial membrane organization, cardiolipin-associated processes, and mitochondrial protein function.

Mitochondrial Bioenergetics

Mitochondria generate cellular ATP primarily through oxidative phosphorylation.

Because SS-31 is investigated in association with the inner mitochondrial membrane, experimental research involving this peptide provides a framework for examining mitochondrial respiration, oxidative phosphorylation, electron transport chain-associated processes, membrane potential, and ATP-associated cellular bioenergetics.

These research areas describe molecular and cellular mechanisms and do not establish increased energy, improved physical performance, or therapeutic effects.

Electron Transport Chain Research

The inner mitochondrial membrane contains the protein complexes responsible for electron transport and oxidative phosphorylation.

Cardiolipin contributes to the organization and function of several of these complexes.

SS-31-associated research can therefore be used to investigate relationships among cardiolipin, electron transport chain organization, mitochondrial respiration, and cellular energy-associated biochemical processes.

Reactive Oxygen Species Research

Reactive oxygen species (ROS) are generated as part of normal mitochondrial and cellular metabolism and participate in both cellular signaling and oxidative-stress-associated processes.

SS-31 has been investigated in experimental systems examining mitochondrial ROS generation, redox-associated pathways, and relationships between mitochondrial membrane biology and oxidative stress.

This research context does not establish antioxidant, anti-aging, cytoprotective, or disease-preventive effects.

Mitochondrial Membrane Research

SS-31 provides researchers with a molecular tool for investigating mitochondrial membrane structure and function.

Experimental systems may examine membrane potential, cardiolipin-associated organization, mitochondrial morphology, membrane-associated protein complexes, and mitochondrial permeability-associated processes.

Research involving the mitochondrial permeability transition pore (mPTP) provides an additional framework for examining relationships among mitochondrial membrane conditions, cellular stress, and cell-death-associated signaling.

Cellular Stress and Mitochondrial Signaling

Mitochondrial function is closely connected with cellular responses to metabolic and oxidative stress.

SS-31 has therefore been investigated across experimental cellular systems involving mitochondrial stress, redox signaling, apoptosis-associated pathways, metabolic signaling, and changes in cellular bioenergetics.

These experimental models do not establish organ protection, tissue recovery, neuroprotection, cardiovascular protection, or treatment of mitochondrial dysfunction.

Mitochondrial Aging Research

Changes in mitochondrial function, membrane composition, oxidative phosphorylation, and redox signaling are frequently investigated in cellular-aging research.

SS-31 provides a research framework for examining these mitochondrial-associated processes under controlled experimental conditions.

This research context does not establish lifespan extension, reversal of aging, rejuvenation, or other anti-aging effects.

SS-31 10mg is intended solely for in vitro research and laboratory investigation by qualified personnel in appropriate research environments.

Reconstitution and Storage

Lyophilized storage: Store sealed in a cool, dry location away from direct light

Long-term storage: -20°C for maximum stability where consistent with product-specific stability documentation

Post-reconstitution: Once reconstituted for research purposes, store reconstituted material at 2-8°C and protect from light

Reconstituted use window: Within 60 days for optimal research integrity where supported by product-specific stability documentation

Avoid: Repeated freeze-thaw cycles to preserve peptide stability and structural integrity

Quality Assurance

PeakForce Labs maintains rigorous quality-control standards across its research compounds. Our quality assurance procedures emphasize analytical verification, consistency, and traceability:

• Independent third-party analytical testing on applicable batches
• Peptide identity verification
• HPLC purity analysis
• Mass spectrometry verification where applicable
• Net peptide content verification
• Heavy metal screening where applicable
• Full product traceability
• Batch-specific COAs
• Same-day shipping available for orders placed before daily 3PM CST cutoff

Terms of Sale

By purchasing this product, the buyer confirms and attests that:

• They are 21 years of age or older
• They are a qualified research professional, authorized research personnel, or research institution
• They accept full responsibility for proper handling, storage, and use of this material in accordance with all applicable regulations
• They will not use this material for human consumption, veterinary use, or any in vivo application

About PeakForce Labs

PeakForce Labs is a Houston, Texas-founded research compound supplier specializing in high-quality research materials for laboratory applications. Our research products are supplied with an emphasis on analytical verification, product consistency, traceability, and quality assurance.

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