For research use only. Not for human or animal consumption.
What Is BPC-157?
BPC-157 (Body Protection Compound-157) is a synthetic pentadecapeptide derived from a protective protein found in gastric juice. It consists of 15 amino acids with the sequence Gly-Glu-Pro-Pro-Pro-Gly-Lys-Pro-Ala-Asp-Asp-Ala-Gly-Leu-Val. In laboratory research, BPC-157 has been one of the most extensively studied peptides due to its remarkable stability and unique biochemical properties.
BPC-157 in Laboratory Research
BPC-157 has been the subject of numerous peer-reviewed in-vitro and animal model studies. Research has examined its interactions with nitric oxide (NO) systems, growth hormone receptors, and various cellular repair pathways. Key areas of published research include musculoskeletal tissue studies, gastrointestinal cellular research, and neurotrophic factor interactions.
Important published studies have appeared in journals including the Journal of Physiology-Paris, Wound Repair and Regeneration, and Current Pharmaceutical Design. Researchers interested in BPC-157 should consult the primary literature before designing experiments.
Sourcing BPC-157 for Research in the UAE
For qualified researchers in the UAE and GCC region, sourcing research-grade BPC-157 requires careful attention to supplier quality standards. Key criteria to evaluate any research compound supplier include:
- HPLC Purity Verification — High-Performance Liquid Chromatography testing should confirm ≥99% purity. Request the specific HPLC chromatogram, not just a purity percentage claim.
- Mass Spectrometry Identity Confirmation — ESI-MS or MALDI-TOF mass spectrometry confirms the peptide’s molecular weight matches the theoretical value (1419.5 Da for BPC-157).
- ISO 17025 Accredited Laboratory — Third-party testing should be conducted by a laboratory accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 standard, which is the international benchmark for testing laboratory competence.
- Sterility and Endotoxin Testing — For in-vitro cell culture research, low endotoxin levels are critical to avoid confounding results.
- Cold Chain Shipping — Lyophilised BPC-157 should be shipped in validated temperature-controlled packaging to maintain integrity during transit.
BPC-157 Specifications at AE Peptides
AE Peptides supplies BPC-157 10mg lyophilised powder meeting the following specifications:
- Purity: ≥99% (HPLC verified)
- Molecular Formula: C₆₂H₉₈N₁₆O₂₂
- Molecular Weight: 1419.5 Da
- Form: Lyophilised (freeze-dried) powder
- Storage: -20°C, desiccated, away from light
- Testing: ISO 17025 accredited third-party laboratory
- Certificate of Analysis: Included with every order
Laboratory Handling and Reconstitution
BPC-157 lyophilised powder should be reconstituted with sterile bacteriostatic water (0.9% benzyl alcohol) in a sterile laboratory environment. Standard reconstitution protocol:
- Allow the vial to equilibrate to room temperature before opening
- Add bacteriostatic water slowly down the side of the vial — do not inject directly onto the powder
- Gently swirl (do not vortex) until the powder is completely dissolved
- The solution should be clear and colourless
- Store reconstituted solution at 2–8°C
- Use within 28 days of reconstitution
- Avoid repeated freeze-thaw cycles of the reconstituted solution
Regulatory Considerations in the UAE
Research peptides in the UAE are supplied strictly for laboratory and in-vitro scientific research. They are not approved by the UAE Ministry of Health, FDA, EMA, or any regulatory authority for human or animal therapeutic use. Researchers must comply with all applicable UAE regulations, institutional review requirements, and laboratory safety protocols when working with research compounds.
AE Peptides operates in full compliance with UAE regulations and supplies exclusively to qualified research professionals, laboratories, and research institutions.
All information in this article is for educational and research purposes only. AE Peptides does not provide medical advice. Research compounds are not for human consumption.