Compound comparison
BPC-157 vs GHK-Cu
BPC-157 (healing & repair research) and GHK-Cu (cosmetic & cellular research) sit in different research categories, so this comparison is about specifications and handling rather than interchangeability. It covers supplied form, storage requirements, published identifiers and VaultLabs catalog status. Research context only — no dosing, protocol or human-use guidance.
Research use only. For in vitro research use only. Not for human or animal consumption. Not for human consumption, medical use, or personal application.
| Attribute | BPC-157 | GHK-Cu |
|---|---|---|
| Category | Healing & repair research | Cosmetic & cellular research |
| Compound type | Synthetic pentadecapeptide | Copper-binding tripeptide |
| Sequence | 15 amino acid gastric-derived peptide sequence | Gly-His-Lys (copper complex) |
| Molecular formula | Not published | C₁₄H₂₂CuN₆O₄ |
| CAS number (literature) | 137525-51-0 (literature) | Not published |
| Supplied form | Lyophilized powder | Lyophilized vials or raw powder |
| Appearance | White lyophilized material | Blue-green copper complex (vial cake or raw powder) |
| Storage temperature | 2–8 °C (lyophilized, sealed) | 2–8 °C (lyophilized, sealed) |
| Primary research area | Tendon and ligament fibroblast models | Extracellular matrix remodeling |
| Also referenced as | Body protection compound 157, Pentadecapeptide BPC-157, PL 14736 | Copper peptide GHK, Tripeptide-1 copper, GHK copper complex |
| Batch verification | Lot lookup available | Lot lookup available |
| VaultLabs catalog | 1 catalog SKU | 4 catalog SKUs |
Shared research areas
- Tendon and ligament fibroblast models
- GI mucosal repair assays (in vitro)
- Wound-healing scratch assays
Key differences
- Different research categories — BPC-157 is catalogued under healing & repair research, GHK-Cu under cosmetic & cellular research.
- Material type differs — BPC-157 is supplied as synthetic pentadecapeptide, GHK-Cu as copper-binding tripeptide.
- Presentation differs — Lyophilized powder vs Lyophilized vials or raw powder.
- Primary literature focus — Tendon and ligament fibroblast models vs Extracellular matrix remodeling.
Storage comparison
Both are stored at 2–8 °C (lyophilized, sealed), so they can share the same cold-chain and inventory conditions. BPC-157: 2–8 °C sealed storage for lyophilized material. GHK-Cu: Store sealed lyophilized vials or raw-powder units at 2–8 °C, protected from light and humidity.
FAQ
Catalog availability
Presentations VaultLabs currently lists, dispatched from the UAE. Check the lot against batch verification before ordering.