What KPV is
KPV is an Alpha-MSH tripeptide fragment. The C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, investigated for anti-inflammatory signalling in gut and skin models.
Class and mechanism
KPV is an Alpha-MSH tripeptide fragment. The C-terminal tripeptide of alpha-melanocyte-stimulating hormone, investigated for anti-inflammatory signalling in gut and skin models.
Where it sits
Research peptides are short amino-acid sequences supplied either as a lyophilised powder in a sealed vial or already in solution in a pre-filled pen. Which of the two you receive changes how the item is stored and how long it stays usable once opened.
Other names
KPV is also written as Lysine-Proline-Valine. The same molecule appears under more than one name, which is worth knowing when comparing listings between suppliers.
Others in the research peptides range
KPV sits in the research peptides group. The compounds below share that grouping, which is the useful starting point when comparing one against another: same group means the comparison is like for like, different group usually means it is not.
| Compound | Class | Listings | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| BPC-157 | Pentadecapeptide | 2 | £16 |
| TB-500 | Thymosin beta-4 fragment | 2 | £25 |
| GHK-Cu | Copper tripeptide | 2 | £30 |
| LL-37 | Antimicrobial host-defence peptide | 1 | £60 |
| Thymosin Alpha-1 | Immunomodulatory peptide | 1 | £65 |
| Glutathione | Endogenous tripeptide antioxidant | 1 | £95 |
Is it held in UK stock?
Stock held in the UK ships domestically, with no customs step. The product page carries live stock rather than a cached figure.
Quanta Pharma KPV 10mgout of stock£20
Availability checked 2026-09-09. The product page carries live stock.